ALT-1 How to Determine if you are a Workaholic
There are many workaholics out there. This is not always the healthiest of things to be as it can overwhelm you and cause problems with your family and other aspects of your life. The following are some signs that may indicate that you are a workaholic.
Your family barely remembers your name
Unfortunately, spending too much time at work comes with a price. You have to get the time from somewhere, and often it is taken from those you love. If your family is always complaining that you are never home, then you might have a problem. If you miss every special event of your child's then you might have a problem. If the little ones are always asleep when you get home, and no longer even hope that you will be there, then you may be a workaholic. You may want to evaluate what is truly important.
Your boss tell you to take it easy
If your boss thinks you are working too hard, then you definitely might be a workaholic. Some people work much more than necessary. A kind boss might see this and want you to take a break. If they are telling you to go home and take it easy then you might want to do so.
You work during every company party
If everyone at the company is having fun but you are still working, then you might be working too much. The company has specifically sanctioned times to work and times for enjoyment and if you are doing the exact opposite of most, then it may be an issue.
You are working when you are very sick or in under unsuitable circumstances
If you are in the hospital suffering from pneumonia and the first thing you want to do is to get your laptop and work, then you might be a workaholic. You should be able to take it easy and rest and recuperate if you are sick. No one is expecting you to work at those times.
You are working when you are not getting much back
Sometimes there is not that much work that needs to be done. In some cases the work can get finished or at least get to a good point. You may be working but get very little in return. Perhaps you have no need for the money but you still keep going and going and going.
Being a workaholic can affect you in many negative ways. The above points may indicate when you are such a person.
