From Hectic To Unhealthy – Here’s Why You Need To Stop Working So Much

Workaholism isn’t an unfamiliar concept in Singapore.

In 2015, Singapore Business Review reviewed how over 50% Singaporeans were increasingly feeling the work burn. And this doesn’t just stem from a stressful work environment.

Singaporeans aren’t just working in the workplace, they are also working on their off days, while on holiday and even while they’re supposed to be resting on their sick leave. And the simple reason for this is that we’re simply unable to ‘tune out’ from work.

My first clue to becoming a workaholic was when my mum told me I had started living for my job. Sometimes when I introduce myself to new people, I identify myself as a workaholic, even if it’s just to justify delayed text messages. #truestory.

The result of my workaholism comes in the form of perpetual tiredness – yawns, even during the late morning and afternoon when I should be the most awake. This inevitably leads to snacking as a means to stay awake.

Obviously, the result was the weight gain.

Workaholism is a vicious cycle, trapping you in a state of paranoia and lack of sleep, be it when you are (supposedly) having a leisurely dinner or (ostensibly) relaxing the evening away with loved ones.

It is a parasite that will only bury itself deeper if you let it.

Working Out The Workaholic

Workaholism isn’t a casual idea that should be taken lightly. There have been studies arguing correlations between workaholism and psychiatric symptoms.

If you’re not a particularly disciplined person, classes are one of the easiest ways to find your fitness groove. Watching your diet closely is also another method which brings me to DIY meal plans. Of course, it’s a lot easier when there’s already someone else at home prepping weekly meals.

Now fats.

Having fats isn’t bad, but when they come in excess, you can be in trouble. Low energy levels and self-esteem are just among the side effects, and being a workaholic certainly doesn’t help. Workouts can get rid of excess fat, but there are often stubborn layers that will not disappear no matter how many sit-ups you do.

Liposuction for those extra rolls accumulated from sitting too much

That’s where liposuction can come into play. One misconception people have about liposuction is that it’s about weight loss but in truth, it’s more about getting rid of these stubborn fats. Amaris B. Clinic has a variety of liposuction treatments. After all, their strength lies in body sculpting since 2005.

Vaser Liposuction is an ultrasonic-assisted liposuction; it targets unwanted fat cells leaving vital tissues largely undisturbed. Small incisions less than 4mm long are made strategically on the skin, followed by infiltration of anaesthetic solution into the areas to be treated. Afterward, the doctor will insert the ultrasonic probe into the deep adipose tissue, moving it uniformly all over the fat tissues to emulsify the fat.

The probe is removed once the fat-melting process is achieved. Finally, using surgical cannulas of varied sizes, Dr Puah will debulk fat and carry out body sculpting for the patient. Vaser Liposuction can remove stubborn subcutaneous fat from almost any body part, such as the abdomen, back, waist, thighs, hips, male chest, buttocks, arms, armpits, neck, knees and calves.

If diet and exercise fail to get rid of those pesky stubborn fat, help is available in the form of Vaser Liposuction.

Breaking The Habit

Learning to be an un-workaholic is not as simple as pulling yourself away from work; it’s also about paying attention to your health.

If your workaholism stems from restless nights and an inability to work efficiently, start resetting your sleep cycle with proper food and exercise. Learn to "tune-out" for better health.