The risk of being always connected

We live in a hyperconnected world: notifications never stop, emails arrive at any time, and social media has become a permanently open window. The “Always On” era has blurred the lines between the personal, professional, and digital. But at what cost?

More and more mental health experts are warning about the emotional impact of not setting clear boundaries with work and social media. Digital burnout, chronic work stress, and comparison anxiety are just some of the consequences of being constantly available and exposed. In the face of this, setting emotional boundaries has become not only advisable, but essential.

One of the biggest pitfalls of teleworking and hyperconnectivity is the false idea of ​​constant productivity. Many employees feel pressure to respond to emails outside of work hours or answer work messages on weekends. This is exhausting and creates a toxic dynamic in which availability is confused with commitment.