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Psychologist Warns That More Dedicated Employees End Up Overloaded, Suffer More Stress, and Receive the Same as Less Productive Colleagues, Generating Frustration and Emotional Imbalance.
Rafa Alonso, a psychologist specializing in workplace well-being, launched a reflection that has been widely discussed on social media.
According to him, the people who dedicate themselves the most and produce within a company are often the ones who suffer the most.
His video on the topic, published on TikTok, has already surpassed 930 thousand views, generating intense debate among workers and managers.
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A Third of Life Dedicated to Work
Alonso points out that, on average, each person spends a third of their life at work, not counting the time spent commuting or tasks performed outside of working hours, such as responding to emails and calls. Therefore, he emphasizes that a healthy professional environment is essential for mental balance and daily performance.
However, he notes that stress and pressure at work continue to be present in many companies, whether due to excessive demands, lack of recognition, or imbalanced relationships between leaders and teams. “A friendly environment is essential for good performance, but the problem is that, in practice, there are many cases of abuse, lack of appreciation, and demotivation,” explains the psychologist.
“A Completely Unfair Situation”
Rafa Alonso emphasizes that, in companies, it is common to see people who work hard receiving the same salary as colleagues with lesser responsibilities. “I’ve seen this countless times: people who don’t lift a finger earn the same as those who actually get the work done,” he states.
According to him, this occurs because managers trust more in productive people, delegating more tasks and responsibilities to them. On the other hand, those who show less effort are usually spared, as there is a fear that they might “mess everything up.”
The result, according to Alonso, is a “completely unfair” dynamic, where those who dedicate more end up overloaded and stressed.
Establishing Limits to Preserve Mental Health
The psychologist, who also has experience in human resources, reinforces that it is necessary to set clear boundaries within the workplace. “If you want to preserve your mental health, what I would do is set limits,” he advises. He clarifies that this does not mean being irresponsible or negligent, but rather seeking balance between dedication and self-care.
For Alonso, a practical approach is to talk to the company about the alignment between responsibilities and compensation. “It’s as simple as asking to be paid according to your responsibilities and even with your workload,” he recommends.
If the request is not met, he suggests a firm stance: “If the company doesn’t budge, my friend, let someone else do the work they expect you to do.”
Debate on Social Media
Rafa Alonso’s video has already accumulated more than 1,300 comments, with mixed opinions. Many users shared personal experiences that confirm the psychologist’s analysis. “When you set limits, you lose your job,” lamented one internet user. Another stated: “I realized this after many years… and when I relaxed, I was fired.” Despite this, some comments expressed hope, stating that there are companies that recognize and remove employees who only “take advantage of the system.”
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