Feb 10, 2025

The reality of a 120-hour workweek: Productivity or burnout?

Siddhartha Jana

Exhaustion and lack of sleep

Long workdays throw off sleep cycles, leading to persistent weariness and a need for stimulants like caffeine.

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Mental health declines

Sleep deprivation impairs immunity, impairs concentration, and represses emotions.

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Tense personal connections

Overwork results in little time for loved ones, weakening relationships and creating emotional distance.

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Stress at work overflows into the home

Chronic stress impairs mental presence at home and causes family members to become emotionally distant.

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Silent quitting and disengagement

Overwork causes disengagement, where workers rebel silently by doing the bare minimum.

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Overproduction burnout

Despite the value of hard labour, excessive hours cause burnout, poor health, and decreased productivity.

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