A Rethinking Impulse by Klaus-Dieter Thill
Misconceptions, Misinterpretations, and Toxic Mindsets Surrounding Work-Life Blending
The concept of Work-Life Blending is frequently overshadowed by a range of misconceptions and flawed assumptions that obscure its true meaning and potential. One prevalent misunderstanding is the belief that Work-Life Blending merely represents the indiscriminate merging of work and leisure, leading to blurred boundaries and an unhealthy “always-on” mode of existence. This view is often accompanied by the toxic notion that genuine productivity requires constant availability and unrelenting presence. As a result, a cultural mindset emerges that glorifies overwork and dismisses rest as a sign of weakness.
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