5 Truths every workaholic needs to know

For people who think that working more means being more productive, Caroline Garrafa reminds us that our bodies are paying the price, even if we don't realize it. Working too much increases the risk of anxiety, depression and cardiovascular disease. And, she warns, beware: these five truths will change the way you see your work rhythm:

1️. Productivity plummets after 50 hours a week. Studies show that after a 50-hour working week your productivity drops dramatically.

2️. After a certain point, you're just wearing yourself out. Your body is already suffering - you just don't realize it yet.

3️. Time is the most precious resource and it doesn't come back. Remember: time is not renewable, when you work more than you need to, you are sacrificing moments with important people and this time will never come back.

4️. Being busy doesn't define your value. You don't need to be busy to be important. One of the main internal saboteurs is the hyper achiever, who believes that they only have value when they are producing.

5️. Burnout is not a trophy or something to be proud of. Respecting your limits is a sign of strength and emotional intelligence.