The Good Life

I come from a family that believes as long as you are working, you can do no wrong.

I disagree.

Work can be a cover up, an excuse, even a weapon.

An occasional day of overtime is to be expected, but when the world is built around overtimes there is a lack of balance that will eventually destroy any good that comes from whatever it is you hope to gain from the work.

Moderation is the key to living a balanced and quality life.  It's worth whatever effort it takes to find that moderation, if not for yourself, then for your family and loved ones.

Do those things that are most important to you.  Let others do those things important to them.  None of us have to be perfect, but we do have to live and it might as well be a good experience.

I have yet to hear anyone say, "I want to be just like John Doe.  I want to work myself to death."  In fact, most of us admire those who we consider are living the good life, so why not create our own!