Confessions from 1,000 Workaholics.

This article from Harvard Business Review discusses the concept of workaholism and provides insights from over 1,000 individuals who have experienced it. Workaholism is described as the inability to disconnect from work, leading to it taking over one's thoughts and actions and negatively impacting other areas of life. The article highlights common experiences of workaholics, such as constant connectivity, inability to stop thinking about work, prioritizing work over loved ones, and neglecting self-care. It also offers suggestions for breaking free from workaholism, including setting boundaries, taking breaks, and considering bigger changes like leaving work environments that encourage workaholism. The article emphasizes that recovering from workaholism is an ongoing struggle and encourages individuals to prioritize their well-being and relationships over work. [Extracted from the article]