How (Not) to be Productive this Fall: The Harm of Hustle Culture
There are many misconceptions about productivity, ambition, and work ethic out there. “Hustle culture” tells people of all ages that in order to reach success, work has to be priority #1.
This ideal of putting work above all else minimizes the importance of balance, mental health, socialization, and most importantly, rest. Over the years, conversations around the phrase “Rise and grind” pop up on social media that shame those who aren’t chasing overtime or working extreme hours. This way of thinking promotes and glorifies being a workaholic.
For jobs that are mentally draining like customer service, healthcare, education, art, food service, and so many more, this mindset can be damaging. For people whose work requires physical labor, it can be dangerous to push yourself for the sake of “hustling.”