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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
National
Gandharv Walia

Psychology says people who never pick work calls after office hours or on weekends aren't ignoring work, they are setting boundaries: What the behavior reveals?

Psychology says people who never pick work calls after office hours or on weekends aren't necessarily avoiding their responsibilities. In some cases, they are making a clear separation between professional duties and personal time. Work calls outside office hours can keep the mind connected to unfinished tasks and workplace problems. Refusing to answer them can create time for rest, family, friends, and personal activities. Psychology links this behavior with healthy boundary setting and psychological detachment. It can also show that a person understands their limits and does not want work to control every part of daily life. However, workplace rules and job requirements can differ.

Psychology says people who never pick work calls after office hours or on weekends aren't always avoiding work

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