“I’m So Busy” Is the New “Look How Important I Am”: Psychologist Explains Why Being Busy Feels Like a Flex

Psychotherapist Dr. Chandni Tugnait explains how busyness has become a status symbol, often masking avoidance of deeper questions about purpose. Repeating a narrative of overwhelm can make it feel real, while visible activity is prized despite weak links to actual output. A counter-trend values calm schedules, and chronic busyness can harm emotional well-being and social perception.