Able Quote by Paul Pearsall
“Work addiction seems to be an addiction we are proud of. We almost seem to brag with mock displeasure that we are "overwhelmed" with busyness, sometimes as an excuse for not really being able to do what we really want to be doing. Work addiction is a symptom not of working your brains out but of your brain working you out. Why are you doing what you're doing for a career and how do you like doing it? Do you like your answer?”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Addictive Personality, Paul Pearsall, 1995
Work addiction masks deeper psychological control, leading to busyness as an excuse for unmet desires.
In simple terms: Busy work can hide true motivations and dissatisfaction.
Key Takeaway
Examine why you work and align it with genuine passions.
Themes
psychology
work culture
addiction
Mood
introspective
cautionary
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal development
- mental health counseling
- time management
Key Concepts
self‑control
motivation
well‑being
Questions to Reflect On
- What underlying needs drive your busyness?
- Can you separate productive work from compulsive activity?
A Different Perspective
Busy schedules can become self‑fulfilling, preventing authentic fulfillment.
