Productivity shame: Why you never feel like you've done "enough"

Productivity shame is a feeling that you are not doing enough, whatever the number of hours you are working, or the number of tasks you are crossing off your to-do list. It also means you feel guilty when you rest or take time off watching a movie or just play around for a while. All of this is harmful and can lead to stress and burnout.

Productivity shame creates a cycle of failure and is a terrible and negative approach towards getting others to work.

• We link our products to our self-worth, thinking that we need to get more done, and our self-esteem depends upon it.
• We set unrealistic goals, which can be discouraging for us if we keep on focusing on the end result.
• We compare ourselves with others, who seemingly are doing better and are more productive.

• Disconnect your Self-worth from your achievements.
• Set realistic, effective goals: The three elements of goal-setting are knowing what you want to achieve, how you're going to get there, and why you want to achieve something. If you have a compelling reason and motivation, go for it.
• Appreciate progress: Consistent progress aids productivity better than the achieving of goals.