I'm one of those people that get made fun of a lot on this sub. I say yes to pretty much every side task and weird request at work. I pick up extra shifts, and often pull 16 hour days. I'm lucky that I'm in a job that has well rewarded me for that, but it's not been this way in every job.
The secret most guys like this won't tell you is that they are self medicating. I am incredibly mentally ill and have no idea what to do with myself outside of work. Work is the only social interaction I or many other grind culture guys ik get. Honestly the only thing keeping me from killing myself some days is knowing they can't replace me. Work is exploitative, and I'm fueling an addiction. I tip my hat to all of you working to break the cycle.