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Who Are You, Really? Identity, Codependency & Inner Dragons | AMA Vol. 16 with Dr. Michael Gervais
Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais
Technology's Influence and Work-Related Anxiety Exploration
Technology, particularly social media, possesses the power to manipulate attention, making individuals feel overwhelmed and often outmatched, despite their efforts to resist. This manipulation can lead to a chronic state of anxiety, where the pressure to perform in a job creates a paradox; while it may drive productivity and enhance skills, it simultaneously detracts from overall well-being and personal relationships. The fear of job insecurity compels individuals to tie their sense of self-worth and survival to their professional performance, often resulting in constant ruminating about work. This cycle of anxiety can lower quality of life, highlighting the need for a balance between professional ambition and personal fulfillment. Drawing from past experiences in sports psychology, it becomes clear that an intense focus on performance can lead to sacrificing meaningful relationships and well-being for mere knowledge and status. Therefore, it's crucial to navigate both the competitive drive for excellence and the essential human connections that enrich life, suggesting the importance of achieving a healthy perspective on work-related anxiety and technology's role in exacerbating these feelings.
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