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There are people who are especially attracted【51】the notion of "climbing the ladder" so as to【52】their status, financial positio
There are people who are especially attracted【51】the notion of "climbing the ladder" so as to【52】their status, financial positio
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There are people who are especially attracted【51】the notion of "climbing the ladder" so as to【52】their status, financial position, and sense of self-worth.【53】part, as a result of the work ethic, these people are internally "driven" to work. Not infrequently, foreign visitors have observed that Americans spend an inordinate【54】of time working and,【55】a consequence, Americans have little time for leisure or personal relationships. In American English a new word has been【56】to【57】people who work compulsively. The word "workaholic" describes an individual who is【58】addicted to work as an alcoholic is to liquor.
There are conflicting points of view about workaholics. Those concerned with problems of mental stress believe workaholics abuse themselves physically and【59】.Others hold that workaholics are valuable members of society【60】they are extremely productive. The American culture【61】achievement, efficiency, and production--a workaholic upholds these values.
【62】the presence of workaholics, there is a growing realization in the United States that excessive work demands can be physically and mentally【63】. Many people have been rebelling against the work ethic, claiming that when a job is so important, personal relationships suffer and relaxation becomes secondary. Consequently there has been a【64】in values, with more emphasis being given to personal relationships and non-work activities. Leisure time provides opportunities to find personal satisfaction and freedom【65】the routine of work.
Increased leisure time in the United States has not altered the idea that work and play are distinct activities. This【66】is clear-cut; there are "work-hours" and "after-work-hours." There is a belief that it is desirable "to work hard and play hard" and【67】to combine the two. In many offices, stores, and factories socializing among employees is discouraged. An employee under pressure at work often cannot afford to respond to social calls and visits. However, the amount of personal contact on the job【68】on the nature of the work. There may be more social interaction between teachers in a school than between scientists doing independent research. Nevertheless, work and【69】are usually perceived and maintained【70】separate activities.
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