Desire has always been a key factor in our success. Some people try to strive not only in academic achievements but also in their career ladder. The key driving force behind these trends is career advancement and external pressure. While hard work is generally beneficial, excessive work hours can be counterproductive and striking a balance is important.
One significant factor of people trying to succedd is that they have career-oriented goals which require more work hours than usual. This is because well-paid jobs are achived by people who are work ethic and self-disciplined. When an individual spends 10000 hours, which may not be done by majority of people, on specific field, they are likey to be professionals. Consequently, they have to sacrifice some of their leisure hours in order to be what they want. Doctors, for instance, who spend more than 15 years in education will get paid more higher as opposed to an ordinary individual. Therefore, they must put in long hours and commit fully in their field. Another reason for that mentality is parental expectations. When parents invest in their children’s future, they absolutely expect tengible returns. Korea and Singapore demonstrate this effectively. Asian parents are conscientious individuals themselves and they want their children succeed not only financially but also academically, thereby pressuring them.
Conversely, mental health issues prove equally compelling. The primary issue is that chronic stress. This creates diminished well-being, which ultimately leads to burnout. Japan illustrates this point. An ordinary worker, in Japan, works for 10-12 hours daily and does not have time to take of themselves. Long working hours are often associated with serious health risks, including cardiovascular diseases and weakened immunity. As a consequence, their productivity leves and overal well-being gradually decline. Hence, we have to keep our life and work in moderation.
In conclusion, while parental pressure and personal drive often motivat individuals to work harder than others, excessive dedication can be harmful if it overlooks mental and physical well-being. Hard work is absolutely valuable, but only when accompanied by balance.