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A lot of us spend more time at work than we do at home. Work can bring us a sense of fulfillment, joy and happiness. However, when we are unable to share the goodness of it with loved ones, the road to success will be a one heck of a lonely ride. Sometimes, we need to set our priorities straight. When we are working so much that we have no time left to actually live our lives and enjoy our successes, then what's the point?
It is very easy to lose sight of what is important when work completely takes over. A lot of us go into work with the intention of providing for our families and of making sure there is financial security. While that is all well and good, when we work for our families, we often end up sacrificing the time we actually spend with family. Parents often regret not having spent enough time with their children and focusing or worrying way too much about work that their energy is drained because of it. Work becomes our life in this case and unfortunately living in this way leaves very little room to have good quality relationships with our loved ones.
When it comes to work, remember not to lose sight of what is actually important. A lot of us already spend more time at work and with the people at work than we do with our families. But, you don't have to choose between work and family, because a balance can always be met. However, once you start prioritizing work above your own relationships with your family, then it is time to re-think things through. Remain aware of your intentions when it comes to work and find that perfect balance.
