REALITY

 

Freepik

A report failed to comprehend actuality of the heavy amount of workload carried by workers. Concerned, Mariam approached the Rabbi.

Rabbi Jesus told her, "The picture being presented is different to the reality on the ground."

Lack of understanding regarding, or diminishment of, overwork may prove impetus to workers to work harder to ensure food and shelter for their dependents. As coping mechanism, this may work for a while. 

However, the coping strategy may founder later, as workers become affected. They may progressively become physically and emotionally unable to continue to bear the burden of sustained overwork.

It is prudent not to overburden staff in pursuit of short-term goals at the expense of long-term perspectives.