Many people work long hours, leaving very little time for leisure activities. Does this situation have advantages or more disadvantages?

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there is change. The change brings out lots
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, conflicts and controversies. So the issue of
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number of people working longer hours, leaving very little time for leisure activities bring out immense
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merits and demerits.
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people.
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you will earn more money and it boosts your career.
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, if you work hard, you will be promoted and
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you will earn more money. On the negative
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it has brought tremendous benefits : at the same time there
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which may not be underestimated. First of all significant effects include poor work-life balance and health risks.
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, long work hours could lead to tiredness, fatigue and lack of attentiveness. In gist , it can be concluded by saying that everything has its own significant value . Nothing can be ignored but
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I think that the advantages are outstripped its disadvantages.
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Topic Vocabulary:
  • work-life balance
  • mental well-being
  • burnout
  • stress relief
  • productivity
  • economic growth
  • career progression
  • skill enhancement
  • quality time
  • financial security
  • leisure activities
  • physical health
  • personal relationships
  • stress-related illnesses
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