#730 - Mike Thurston - The Harsh Reality Of Trying To Improve
Modern Wisdom
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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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