The Women Explained Why The Model Of 8-Hours Work-Sleep-Play Is Outdated And Doesn't Suit The Modern Society Anymore

Quarantine time wasn't easy for everyone, but it certainly gave us some time to reflect on our lives and rethink our daily routines. From one workday to the next, how much time do we have for rest and other activities?

Does the socialistic model of "8 hours" still suit us? Well, it seems that it doesn't.

Just to remind you, the model of "8 hours" was created during the First Industrial Revolution in the 19th century. Before the Revolution, workers labored 12 to 16 hours a day, so the Revolution enabled enormous progress for the working class.

In the next hundred years, working conditions improved, leading to a five-day workweek and 40 hours per week. Doubtless, it was a good transition for workers then, but today, in 2021, we still have the same workweek.

Is it normal to be stuck with labor rights from the 20th century when everything else has changed, and life has become more demanding in the meantime? Is the 8-hour model still a good solution for employees and employers?

As David Allen, productivity expert and author, notes, "Your ability to generate power is directly proportional to your ability to relax." This highlights the importance of balancing work with rest. Furthermore, Dr. Brené Brown, vulnerability researcher, emphasizes that "Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others." These insights from experts underline the need for a reevaluation of our work structures to better align with modern life demands.

This woman shared a viral video to explain why the model of 8 hours doesn't fit in the modern age.

.

TikTok

In the video, she stated that this tweet reflects our reality.

.

Twitter

Here is the video; let's hear why she thinks the model 8-8-8 is outdated.

"In 1940, Congress officially set the American workweek at 40 hours. The same workweek we have today, in 2021."

TikTok

The slogan 8-8-8 originated in the late 18th-century labor movement.

TikTok

8 hours of work usually means more than just 8.

TikTok

Most employers don't count your lunchtime in the regular 8 hours. It's your hour that must be set aside, so you end up spending 9 hours at work.

TikTok

If you add the time spent traveling to and from work, we are talking about around 11 hours now.

TikTok

And after the workday, where is the time for resting or just doing something else?

TikTok

If we consider our emotional and mental health, the workday shouldn't be longer than 4 hours.

TikTok

Experts say that no one can be productive for 8 hours in a working day; it's simply too much time.

TikTok

During the pandemic, we saw that the 8-hour workday is unnecessary and unproductive as well.

Wikimedia.Common

This 8-8-8 structure was designed to improve life and work balance, but perhaps it's time for us to create a new one.

jonesfamilyhistory

The model was effective back in the 19th century; it gave people more free time to rest, but in modern times, it doesn't serve the same purpose.

politicstheoryphotography

Many people have shared their thoughts on the 9-5 work debate. You can see them right below.

TikTok TikTok TikTok TikTok TikTok TikTok TikTok TikTok TikTok TikTok

Experts say that five hours is the maximum for most of us on a daily basis to concentrate on a task. This leads us to the conclusion that an 8-hour workday is not as productive as it should be.

Moreover, quarantine showed us that we can complete the same job in fewer hours if we are willing to, without spending time commuting to and from work. Nowadays, working can take up to 12 hours of the day, so if you are employed, you can't maintain your private life and health alongside your job. That is the main issue we need to acknowledge and confront.