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Urgency Culture Is Burning Us Out: Here’s How to Push Back
We live in a world where everything feels urgent.
Over 80% of workers report feeling constant pressure to respond immediately, whether it’s an email, a message, or a task. This urgency culture has embedded itself so deeply into our daily routines that slowing down seems like a luxury we can’t afford.
But here’s the truth:
Not everything requires an instant response.
That email? It can wait. That message in your inbox? It’s not going to make or break your day. And you? You’re not a machine. You’re not meant to operate at full speed, all the time, without ever catching your breath.
By allowing yourself to pause, you reclaim your time — and, more importantly, you protect your mental health.
The constant cycle of stress, pressure, and expectation erodes your well-being. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Imagine a life where every ping and notification doesn’t create a jolt of anxiety…
