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It's time to celebrate National Workaholics Day on July 5th! This special day has been around since the early 2000s and is dedicated to recognizing hard-working individuals across the globe. It gives us an opportunity to reflect on all of our successes, big and small, while also taking a well-deserved break from our day-to-day routines. Whether you are working towards your career aspirations or simply trying to get through the week, National Workaholics Day is a great reminder that we can all be proud of ourselves for doing our best.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Industrial Revolution</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Industrial Revolution initiates the culture of hard work as people start working long hours in factories.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1900s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Advent of Office Work</div><div class='timeline-text'>Office work becomes more prevalent which pushes forward the workaholic culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1938</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fair Labor Standards Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Fair Labor Standards Act in the U.S. sets the traditional 40-hour work week, although many continue to work longer hours.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Workaholics Anonymous Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>Workaholics Anonymous, a group to aid those who suffer from chronic overwork was established in the U.S..</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Workaholics Day Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>The start of an informal holiday, National Workaholics Day was created to bring awareness to the balance between work and personal life.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a break</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>It's important to give yourself some time away from work and relax. Take a day off and go somewhere you can unwind and enjoy yourself.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a plan</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to make a plan for how you will manage your work commitments. Make sure to set aside time to relax, socialize, and do activities that will help you de-stress.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Reward yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrating National Workaholics Day is a great way to recognize all the hard work you have done. Reward yourself with something special such as a massage, a trip, or even just a night out with friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Meditate</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Try out some meditation techniques during your break from work. This can help reduce stress and help you relax and focus on the present moment.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Exercise</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Physical activity can be an effective way to relieve stress and improve your mental health. Exercise can also be a great way to get out of the office and enjoy some fresh air.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Workaholics Day is a reminder to take a break</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving workplace, it can be easy to get overwhelmed and exhausted. National Workaholics Day serves as a reminder to take time for yourself and make sure you're getting enough rest and relaxation. Take some time away from work - your productivity will thank you!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes balance between work & personal life</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By taking the time to acknowledge National Workaholics Day, we're recognizing the importance of finding balance in our lives. This day reminds us to make time for friends, family, hobbies, and other activities outside of work that give us joy and remind us why it's important to live life to the fullest.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages positive habits in the workplace</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Good habits like taking regular breaks, eating nicely balanced meals throughout the day, stretching out muscles during long periods of sitting, or finding ways to stay motivated when things start to feel overwhelming. Celebrating National Workaholics Day will help foster more positive behaviours in the workplace which will benefit everyone involved.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>"Workaholism" is Considered a Genuine Addiction</h3><p class='facts-content'>Workaholism, like other addictions, involves compulsive behavior, an inability to stop or control the behavior, and negative effects on personal and social life.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There's a Difference Between Hard Work and Workaholism</h3><p class='facts-content'>While hard workers are invested and dedicated to their jobs, workaholics obsess over work to the exclusion of other aspects of life. It's the lack of work-life balance that often characterizes a workaholic.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Workaholism Can Lead to Health Issues</h3><p class='facts-content'>Overworking can result in health problems like stress, sleep disorders, heart disease, and mental health issues like anxiety and depression.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>"Karoshi" is a term for Death Due to Overwork</h3><p class='facts-content'>"Karoshi" is a Japanese term that translates as "death from overwork", highlighting extreme cases where prolonged periods of stress and poor health due to overworking can have deadly consequences.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Workaholics are not Necessarily More Productive</h3><p class='facts-content'>Working longer hours does not always result in increased productivity. In fact, studies show that working beyond 40 hours a week could lead to a decrease in productivity due to burnout.</p></div></div>
National Workaholics Day is celebrated on July 5th every year. In 2024 National Workaholics Day will occur on a Friday.
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