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No Off Switch
Running on the Wheel of WorkaholismBy Isla J. Montgomery
Length6h 3m
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Are you stuck on the endless treadmill of overwork, unable to switch off, constantly chasing productivity, and wondering why rest feels impossible?
No Off Switch: Running on the Wheel of Workaholism is a powerful guide for anyone who feels consumed by their job, pressured to achieve more, or trapped in the cycle of busyness that modern life so often glorifies. Written in a clear, empathetic, and insightful style, this book reveals why workaholism is more than simply “working hard.” It is a behavioral addiction, a cycle that drains health, erodes relationships, and steals joy, all while disguising itself as ambition and success.
Inside these pages, you’ll discover:
The truth about workaholism: how it differs from dedication, why it’s so often praised, and the subtle ways it takes hold of people’s lives.
Psychological insights: the personality traits, emotional patterns, and addictive cycles that drive compulsive overworking.
Root causes and cultural pressures: how society’s obsession with productivity and success fuels the rise of workaholism.
Signs and symptoms: the physical, mental, and emotional warning signals that indicate when work has gone from passion to compulsion.
The hidden costs: the toll workaholism takes on careers, health, relationships, and long-term fulfillment.
Pathways to balance: prevention strategies, therapeutic interventions, time management tools, boundary-setting, and recovery practices that allow you to reclaim your life.
Case studies and relatable stories: real-world examples of how workaholism shows up in everyday life and the lessons that can be learned from them.
This book is not about giving up ambition or abandoning your career. Instead, it’s about redefining success, learning how to protect your well-being, and building a life where achievement coexists with rest, joy, and meaningful relationships. Whether you’re struggling with burnout, noticing the creeping signs of overwork, or simply want to prevent falling into the trap, No Off Switch offers both understanding and practical strategies to help you step off the wheel and live with balance.
In a world that celebrates busyness and often rewards overwork, this book is a compassionate reminder that you are more than your productivity. It will help you recognize the difference between healthy drive and harmful compulsion, equip you with tools to restore balance, and guide you toward a healthier, more fulfilling relationship with work.
If you’ve ever felt that your mind has no “off” switch or that you’re constantly running but never arriving, this book is for you.
Take the first step toward breaking free from the cycle of workaholism and discover how to reclaim your health, happiness, and life beyond the job.
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GenreBusiness and Economics
Length6 hrs 3 mins
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Publish dateNov 13, 2025
LanguageEnglish
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41. Understanding Workaholism
52. Defining Workaholism
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63. Historical Overview of Workaholism
74. Differences between Hard Work and Workaholism
85. Psychology of Workaholism
96. Features and Types of Workaholics
107. Root Causes of Workaholism
118. Social and Cultural Factors
129. Psychological Causes
1310. Personal Characteristics
1411. Signs and Symptoms
1512. Workaholic Behaviors
1613. Emotional Signs
1714. Effects on Personal Life
1815. Financial Implications of Workaholism
1916. Overworking and Career Progression
2017. Relationship Between Workaholism and Health
2118. Physical Repercussions of Overworking
2219. Workaholism and Mental Well, being
2320. Long, term Health Risks
2421. Workaholism and Burnout
2522. Understanding Burnout
2623. Connection Between Workaholism and Burnout
2724. How to Avoid Burnout
2825. Addiction Cycle of Workaholism
2926. Withdrawal Symptoms
3027. The Pleasure of Work
3128. Case Studies of Workaholism
3229. Addressing Workaholism
3330. Role of HR in Employee Well, being
3431. Therapeutic Interventions
3532. Prevention Strategies
3633. Time Management Techniques
3734. Personal Boundaries and ‘Switch Off’ Strategies
3835. Work, life Balance and Leisure Activities
3936. The Role of Well, being
4037. Emotional Well, being
4138. Mental Well, being
4239. Physical Well, being
4340. Recovery and Rehabilitation
4441. Workaholism and the Future
4542. Escaping the Workaholic Cycle
4643. Achieving Work, Life Balance
4744. 90-Day Action Plan to Break Free from Workaholism
4845. How to Offer Support to Someone Struggling with Workaholism
4946. Daily Mantras for Breaking Free from Workaholism
5047. Motivational
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