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Tue, Sep 08 08:46 AM

Over Committing

 

For years at work I was over committing myself. I would put pressure on myself to be "The man". I would say yes to anything, a project brought to me a 4:30pm, that would take 4 hours or more and requested to be finished at 9am tomarrow, sure I can do that. I was making good money but really didn't have a life and was not happy. Today I find myself only doing what I can, when I can, I'm much happier and so is my family. I know I have a lot to learn and a long way to go to find that ballance between my career and personal life but I know I'm moving forward in that direction. 

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jguritza jguritza:

ME too...

I have struggled with this for the past several years.

 

I work at least 50 hours a week. I also have other activities outside of work that keep me very busy as well.  I found it hard to say no and to find a balance in my life. It takes time but you will find your priorities and what is really important to you. 

kmcm kmcm:

yes me also

If you find the secret... please pass it on!!!  Whem i find myself spinning my wheels... I tell myself.... NO NEW PROJECTS!!! Every once in a while... I have to stop myself. 

 

One thing I did was make regular time at a place I like--- for me.  I usually go every weekend, however I almost over did that as well.  Now I try to spend a weekend at home once every other month and the rest of the weekends at the cabin.  Its balancing out good now.... now  at least I have a weekend life!!!!  And i love it!!!!