Psychology says people who struggle to relax often aren’t necessarily ambitious; they’re just people who tie their worth to productivity

Many believe constant activity signals ambition. However, psychology reveals it often stems from a fear of stopping when self-worth depends on achievement. Productivity becomes a need for reassurance, not just a task. This pattern links self-esteem to performance, making rest feel like a threat. True growth involves valuing leisure for recovery and well-being.

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