Don't you set boundaries between work and personal life? That phenomenon exists, and it affects you.

Experiencing difficulty setting boundaries between work and personal life is a phenomenon that's more common than it seems. In fact, it has a name: 'blurring.'

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As its name suggests, 'blurring' refers to the blurring of the line between work and leisure time, which can affect disconnection and well-being. The term comes from the English word 'blur,' which means 'to blur' or 'to go out of focus.'

This behavior can be accentuated in environments where people work from home or work with unstructured schedules. In this sense, it can manifest itself in various ways, such as checking emails or attending meetings outside of work hours, working from bed, or having trouble disconnecting.

This can lead to stress, mental fatigue, decreased productivity, burnout, or even family or social problems.

Blurring can also lead to emotional exhaustion as a result of overwork and a lack of time for oneself. This can, although not always, lead to increased anxiety.

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How to avoid it?

Some strategies to avoid falling into this behavior include:

- Establish defined work hours (and stick to them). - Create a dedicated workspace, even if it's small.

- Disable notifications outside of business hours.

- Take active breaks and respect rest time.

- Communicate boundaries clearly in the professional environment.

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