Workaholism, Toxic Ambition, Stress Management, and Self-Medication: The Work Addiction Episode

Workaholism is a hidden addiction quietly wrecking your health, relationships, and happiness. You've probably bought into the myth of hustle culture, but what's it really costing you? Today, we explore the real dangers behind work addiction, why modern society glorifies burnout, and practical steps to reclaim your life and priorities. Expect to learn how to recognize true workaholism, why obsessive productivity actually undermines your performance, how hustle culture impacts your brain and relationships, the surprising parallels between work addiction and substance abuse, actionable strategies for breaking the cycle, and why true success doesn't require sacrificing your well-being. Sponsors: - Take control of your drinking with medication-assisted treatment from Oar Health: https://bit.ly/OarStrength - Boost your performance and recovery with Momentous Supplements—get 20% off with code "STRENGTH": https://livemomentous.com Resources & Community: - Visit the Sober Strength website: www.soberstrength.com - Subscribe to our newsletter: Expert Fitness, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Guides | Sober Strength Episodes You Might Enjoy: - Are Today’s Kids More Addicted Than Ever? | Chris Herren, NBA Star & Recovery Advocate: https://spoti.fi/3AZ8f0P - How to Eat to Drink Less Alcohol | Dr. Brooke Scheller: https://spoti.fi/JAPP9g3 - Social Media Addiction - 5 Statistics That Should SCARE You: https://spoti.fi/ygZw3lZ Subscribe & Support: - Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4at8Yhn - Spotify Podcasts: https://spoti.fi/3GAGVPJ - YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SoberStrengthPodcast Life is short; we all deserve to live a lot more free. This podcast will help you learn how. This show is by hosted by Jesse Carrajat, USMC veteran, health & wellness advocate, and non-profit healthcare leader. Tune in weekly for insightful guests, evidence-based wisdom, and inspiring stories to help you break free from mindsets and habits that are stealing your life. #LiveFree