Productivity used to be simple: you did meaningful work, then you rested. Today, productivity is something we perform. We track it, display it, optimize it — and somehow still feel exhausted. Being busy has become proof of value, even when that busyness leads nowhere. And the market has noticed. Productivity Culture Thrives on Tools — Not Clarity Modern productivity culture doesn’t ask whether your work matters. It asks whether you’re doing enough — and preferably using the right tools while doing it. That’s why productivity apps, planners, and “life systems” are everywhere. They promise focus, discipline, and control in a chaotic world. One popular digital planner many people use to organize daily tasks and goals can be found here: 👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/EXAMPLE1 The irony? Most people don’t need more tools. They need fewer expectations. When Being Busy Feels Safer Than Being Honest Saying “I’m busy” has become a socially acceptable shield. It sounds responsible. It sounds am...