Overworked describes the experience of working beyond your limits. You work too hard, too long and too often. As a result, you experience physical and mental harm that can lead to burnout and exhaustion. Overworking is subjective. That means you can experience it in a number of different ways. For full-time employees, overworking could mean you work well beyond what you signed on to do or what is expected of you. As a result, you might sacrifice evenings and weekends to complete your job. For others, like part-time workers, shift workers and people working multiple jobs, overworking could mean you’re taking on too much responsibility and it’s taking a toll on your overall health. You can also be overworked at school or home if your mental and physical investment in these areas is beyond what’s healthy for you. It’s important to try to maintain a healthy life-work balance. But this is often easier said than done. If your work demands are negatively affecting your life, both in and out of your job setting, you may need to evaluate why it’s happening and what changes can be made. Health effects of overworking: ▪️Frequent infections and illness ▪️Weakened immune system ▪️Mental health issues, like depression ▪️Cognitive impairments, like brain fog ▪️Cardiovascular issues, like high blood pressure or heart palpitations ▪️Sleep disorders ▪️Changes in weight, appetite and eating habits ▪️Injuries and accidents ▪️Alcohol and substance misuse