The Balancing Act: Personal Goals and Relationship Dynamics

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Episode 2311:

Pursuing personal goals with single-minded focus can lead to an unintended consequence: neglecting your relationships. Dr. Gwendolyn Seidman explains how the mindset we adopt when chasing goals can make us more one-sided, not just about the goal itself, but in how we view and maintain our relationships. By becoming aware of this, we can better balance our personal ambitions with nurturing healthy connections.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.luvze.com/when-whats-good-for-me-isnt-good-for-us/

Quotes to ponder:

"Once you’ve committed to the decision to take the job, you’re no longer weighing the pros and cons, but instead figuring out how to break the news to your current boss."

"The implemental mindset may make you consider everything, not just that goal, in a one-sided manner."

"When pursuing a relationship goal, personal goals are put on the back burner."

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