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September 15, 2023 18 mins
Click here if you'd prefer to watch on YouTube:https://youtu.be/kbmF-4hb0FY?si=rBFcZxIBeX3GuY2eIn today's episode, we explore the historical and current implications of overwork, starting with Henry Ford's switch from a 48-hour to a 40-hour workweek in 1926. We discuss how societal tendencies fueled by the 'hustle culture' exacerbate the issue, diving into research that shows even a 40-hour workweek can be excessive. I finish with my personal strategies for combating the symptoms of overwork ...
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