Yes, you heard that right—I was addicted to being busy. And although I am in recovery, the journey was anything but easy. Like many addicts, it took me years to even realize I had a problem. I wore my packed schedule like a badge of honor. I loved telling people how busy I was. It made me feel important, accomplished, needed. I thought I was winning at life.

Not too long ago, I got really curious: 

What values actually contribute to a meaningful, high-quality life? Getting to the end of your day feeling satisfied? 

So, I surveyed over 12,000 people.

In today’s always-on world, we’re obsessed with getting more done. We fill our calendars, check our emails at all hours, and wear our exhaustion like a badge of honour. But this hustle mentality is burning us out—and it’s costing us our health, our relationships, and our ability to do meaningful work.

In today’s fast-paced world, being “busy” is worn like a badge of honor. But beneath the surface of our packed calendars and endless task lists lies a dangerous truth: busyness is burning us out—mentally, emotionally, and physically.

Across industries and continents, people are rethinking what success really means — and it’s no longer just about titles, money, or the corporate ladder. We’re witnessing a quiet revolution: a hunger for change that’s no longer just personal. It’s organizational. And it’s urgent.

Let’s be real: we’re wired for connection. As human beings, we want to be seen, valued, and part of something that actually matters. In the business world, that’s not just a nice-to-have—it’s the secret sauce that fuels real, lasting impact.