n the modern world, there is an escalating pressure to be more and do more, an insidious force that seeps into almost every aspect of life. This phenomenon is fueled by societal expectations, cultural norms, technological advancements, and economic demands. The relentless pursuit of perfection and productivity can lead to severe psychological, emotional, and physical consequences.
The roots of this pressure are multifaceted. Historically, societal expectations have always played a role in shaping individual behaviours and ambitions. However, the advent of digital technology and social media has amplified these pressures exponentially.
Platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn present curated versions of reality, often showcasing the highlights of people’s lives while concealing the struggles and failures. This creates a skewed perception of success, where the bar is continually raised, and the comparison game becomes endless. Of course, we also have a host of prominent and conventionally “successful” people who have spoken about hard work and their sleepless days and nights to achieve their personal goals.
The statements made by these people leave a mark on people who follow them and are vulnerable to their words because, after all, in a society like ours, people like them are worshipped, and every word out of them is considered the ultimate truth. The do-or-die mentality that people have is very troublesome, and it paves a path for the ‘all or nothing’ minds.