#730 - Mike Thurston - The Harsh Reality Of Trying To Improve
Modern Wisdom
Balancing Work and Fun in Life
The pressure to excel can lead to introspection about 'enoughness' and the replicability of hard work. Finding a job that feels like fun and is rewarding can make it not feel like work. Despite abundant opportunities, it's not necessary to pursue every opportunity; grinding all the time may not lead to fulfillment. Achieving desired goals may lead to the realization that the experience was not as great as anticipated, leading to a shift in motivation towards doing meaningful work and being of use.
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