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Michael’s Story: Am I Addicted to Working?

Posted on January 6, 2026January 25, 2026 by Tim Z. Brooks

(The following story is fictional. It does not describe any real executive, client, or workplace situation. It is a composite meant to reflect common patterns seen in high-achieving professionals struggling with compulsive overwork.) Mike:Thanks for taking the call, Tim. I wasn’t sure who else to talk to. Tim:I’m glad you reached out. What’s going on?…

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