

5 Ways to Find Balance Between Your Ambition and Wellbeing to Reach Your Potential & Succeed in Work and Life
18 snips Apr 16, 2021
Delve into the crucial balance between ambition and well-being. Discover strategies to prioritize mental health while chasing your dreams. Learn why productivity isn't just about longer hours, but about smart breaks and personal growth. Explore the importance of self-care routines and how recognizing your limitations can lead to true fulfillment. Gain insights from successful companies illustrating that success doesn't require burnout.
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Focus on Minimums
- Focus on the minimums, not the maximums, to avoid burnout.
- Prioritize essential self-care activities like sleep, family time, and exercise.
Dorsey's Work-Life Balance
- Jack Dorsey used to work 16-20 hour days while building Twitter and Square.
- Now, he prioritizes 8-9 hours of sleep and daily meditation.
Huffington's Wake-Up Call
- Ariana Huffington collapsed from exhaustion while working 18-hour days.
- This wake-up call led her to found Thrive Global, focused on well-being.