Toxic Productivity - Never Ending Busy

Explore the concept of toxic productivity in this 17-minute TEDx talk by Shafa Azzahra Siregar, a youth advocate and mental health awareness champion. Discover how the pandemic and remote work have exacerbated the tendency to overwork, leading to neglect of physical and mental well-being, strained relationships, and unrealistic self-expectations. Learn about the negative impacts of constantly pursuing productivity at the expense of rest and personal time. Gain insights from Siregar's experiences as a social activist and CEO of Gerakan Mengajar Desa Indonesia, an education movement impacting over 15,000 people across Indonesia. Understand the importance of balancing productivity with self-care and maintaining healthy boundaries in both personal and professional life.