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How much of your day is spent doing what you have to do versus what you want to do?

Work VS Desire

By Nikk Published 9 months ago 3 min read
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Let's talk about this crazy balance between doing what we gotta do and chasing after our wildest dreams. You know, every day is like a battle between adulting and just living life to the fullest. It's like there's this constant tug-of-war between responsibilities and passions, and we're stuck right in the middle of it.

Responsibilities can be such a drag, right? Waking up early for that 9-to-5 grind, paying bills, doing chores – it's all just part of the game. We gotta be responsible adults and all that jazz. But sometimes, it feels like life is just passing us by while we're caught up in this mundane routine.

On the flip side, we've got our passions and dreams, and man, they keep us alive! Whether it's playing the guitar, gaming, or just chilling with our buds, those are the moments that make us feel alive and pumped up. It's like our passions fuel our souls and give us a reason to keep pushing forward.

But here's the kicker – finding the time to pursue our passions ain't easy. When you're juggling work, family, and all sorts of obligations, it's tough to carve out that precious "me time." And that's frustrating as hell, bro! We want to do what we love, but it feels like life keeps getting in the way.

But hey, we're not ones to back down from a challenge, right? It's all about that balance, like finding pockets of time to do what we're passionate about. Maybe it's waking up a bit earlier to squeeze in some gaming or writing, or making weekends our dedicated adventure time with the squad.

And yeah, sometimes we might have to say no to certain things, like partying all night when we know there's work the next day. But it's about making choices that align with our long-term goals and passions. Sacrificing a bit of immediate gratification for the things that truly matter to us.

Plus, there's this awesome feeling when we do manage to strike that balance. Like, you're killing it at work, getting things done, and then you get to unwind doing something that sets your soul on fire. It's a sense of fulfillment and contentment that's hard to beat.

Life's basically this huge rollercoaster ride, you know? We're all strapped in, going through twists and turns, trying to make sense of it all. We're hustling hard, going after our big dreams, but we also gotta remember to slow down and take a breather sometimes.

Sure, we might still have days when it feels like obligations are swallowing us whole. But we remind ourselves that this is just a phase. As we grow and evolve, we'll have more say in our lives, and maybe those obligations will start to align more with our passions.

Imagine this: we've got this cool scale, right? On one side, there's the stuff we gotta do – work, chores, responsibilities, you name it. On the other side, we've got the stuff we're super pumped about – hanging with friends, pursuing passions, doing things that light us up.

Now, here's the real challenge: finding that sweet spot in the middle. It's like hitting that perfect balance between adulting and going after what sets our hearts on fire. We gotta nail the serious stuff, but also make sure we're not missing out on the awesome stuff that makes life, well, awesome!

So, remember, we're all in this crazy ride together. We're figuring it out as we go, making the most of every twist and turn. Let's keep grinding, keep chasing those dreams, and throw in a bit of fun along the way. 'Cause when the sun sets, it's all about saying, "Yeah, I did what I had to do, but I also rocked what I wanted to do!" 🎢🔥

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