Fantasies. Unfounded expectations. Unrealistic goals. We know the negative effect they can have in our personal lives, but we seem to forget once we get to work.
We optimize for happiness at home and misery at work.
We strive to create a perfect living environment, and then neglect our working environment (where we spend most of our conscious time).
We know what’s reasonable and what’s healthy in our homes. We set reasonable goals and we attempt to pursue healthy lifestyles. But once we get to work, we set unachievable goals, cling to unrealistic expectations, and make unhealthy choices. This all leads to a toxic state of negativity and disappointment.
Where’s the logic in having two sets of rules for how we live our lives vs. how we run our businesses?
Especially for us entrepreneurs — who know that in many ways our businesses are our lives. Trying to live by separate principles and practices is no different than removing all of the sugary snacks from your home, and then going into the office break room for a donut (or three) and not even questioning it.
