Toxic Productivity: The Impact on Mental Health

The current culture of maximizing performance and productivity has permeated not only the workplace but also personal life, generating high levels of anxiety and emotional distress. This constant pressure causes physical and psychological symptoms, such as tension, insomnia, and overthinking, as well as a chronic feeling of inadequacy fueled by social media and idealized models of success. Self-imposed demands lead to behaviors like perfectionism and overwork, which ultimately result in burnout or even emotional crises. The solution requires both individual and systemic strategies, including in-depth therapy that challenges self-imposed beliefs and allows for the development of a healthier relationship with performance, moving away from simplistic positive psychology discourses that can reinforce guilt and excessive demands.