The saying goes, if you find a job you love you’ll never work a day in your life. Mijeong Kwon, assistant professor of management at Rice University in Texas, said the dream of enjoying your career has become compulsive for many. ‘At first glance, treating love for work as a virtue seems to offer nothing but benefits,’ she said. An expert has warned that feeling like you should love your job can lead to burnout and guilt (file image)‘But this virtue can also backfire. This unrealistic standard could also lead you to leave a job too soon when reality disappoints or initial passion fades.

Source: Daily Mail December 22, 2025 14:07 UTC