Is ‘Quiet Quitting’ Really the Answer? Exploring Healthy Work-Life Boundaries in 2023
The Rise of ‘Quiet Quitting’
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (no judgment if you have, it sounds peaceful), you’ve probably heard the buzzword “quiet quitting” echoing around the internet. This seemingly new phenomenon has sparked countless debates, think pieces, and even a TikTok trend or two. But what exactly is it? Is it a revolution in the making or just a fancy term for doing the bare minimum?
Decoding the Buzzword: What is ‘Quiet Quitting’?
Despite the name, “quiet quitting” isn’t about actually quitting your job. It’s more about mentally checking out. It’s about setting clear boundaries between your professional and personal life, and sticking to them. Think: leaving work precisely at 5 pm, not answering emails after hours, and generally doing what’s expected of you in your job description – nothing more, nothing less.
This trend emerged in the wake of the Great Resignation, a period marked by unprecedented numbers of people leaving their jobs. Many saw “quiet quitting” as a response to burnout, toxic work cultures, and a lack of work-life balance.
