Even when unthinkable things were happening to me, my first instinct was to work. Am I addicted?

[Papal Insect Hell]

I'm so sorry to hear that Jenny Kleeman had such a traumatic experience with her pregnancy, I can imagine how overwhelming it must've been for her . The fact that she associated work with numbing pain and escaping reality is really sad - it's like she was using work as a coping mechanism instead of facing her emotions .

I think it's interesting that Mark Griffiths shares his own story of using work to cope with a difficult situation, but also highlights the difference between addiction and abuse . It's clear that for some people, work can become an all-consuming force in their lives, but it doesn't mean they're addicted or unhealthy. The fact that there are groups like Workaholics Anonymous is definitely helpful for those who feel like they need support .

It's also worth noting that the article raises some important questions about how society views excessive work and whether we should be considering it a recognized addiction . It's time to have a conversation about the impact of our work habits on our mental health and well-being .

 

[Wid]

I think its a total joke that people are even making work addiction a thing like, I'm all for taking breaks and having a life outside of work but claiming we need help because we're working too much? come on! I mean, what's next? saying we have a disease from eating pizza once a week? I don't think so. And another thing, if people are gonna start calling it an addiction then let's be real and talk about how ridiculous it is when celebrities get in trouble for partying but we need to give out awards for being productive all the time? no thanks!

 

[Healt]

I feel so bad for Jenny Kleeman going through that traumatic experience with her pregnancy and being able to push through with a documentary shoot . It's crazy to think about how some people might view work as an escape from emotional pain, like it's a coping mechanism or a distraction . For me, taking breaks and prioritizing self-care is key to avoiding burnout and feeling fulfilled - I can see how that would be lost on someone who feels like they need work to just function . The fact that there are now organizations like Workaholics Anonymous shows us that acknowledging the issue is a huge step forward , but it's also important to address societal pressures that might contribute to this problem - like the constant expectation to be "on" and productive 24/7 .

 

[Defeated Donkey]

I'm so done with everyone being a machine all the time, just like Jenny Kleeman was back in 2016 when she almost died from appendicitis while working on her documentary. Can you believe someone has to travel to rural Norway for work and still get sick? It's crazy how much pressure our jobs put on us.

And I feel the same way about Mark Griffiths, always working non-stop since his spinal surgery - that's just too much, mate! I mean, we need a balance in life, not just endless hours of work. And what's with society expecting us to be constantly productive? Remember when we didn't have to check our emails every five minutes like it's going out of style? Those were the days.

Anyway, this whole concept of work addiction vs workaholism is making me think... back in my day, we used to just take time off when we needed it. No need for some fancy program or meeting with a therapist. We just took a breather and came back refreshed. And you know what? It worked!

 

[Long]

I think this whole thing with Jenny Kleeman and Mark Griffiths is really interesting . I mean, we've all been there - putting our heads down and working non-stop until we're exhausted. But when does it become a problem? For Kleeman, it was basically an attempt to escape from her past traumas, which is honestly terrifying. And Griffiths's story about using work as a coping mechanism after spinal surgery... that's some heavy stuff .

I think what I find most interesting is how society views this stuff. We're starting to see parallels between work addiction and substance addictions, but it's still not fully acknowledged. The WHO and DSM-5 recognize the former, but not the latter? That feels like a missed opportunity to address some serious mental health issues .

Anyway, I think we need to start having more conversations about this stuff - how do we define excessive work, and what are the consequences for our well-being? It's time to take a step back and reevaluate what we're putting ourselves through .