I love this and have had a recent experience like it. Took some necessary time off. Reset my brain. Just invested time with our kids not caring about what other people required of me. Got BORED. Best thing that's happened and, while my office demeanor has a smaller sense of urgency to others than it might have a few weeks ago, I'm probably a better teammate for it.
I think corporate work is like exercise. People think doing more and more faster and faster makes them higher performers. Those folks end up getting injured, burned out or walk away frustrated.
The most fit people I know are aware of when to redline a workout but also how important the rest is in-between to max out their performance.
One thing that comes with our age - the wisdom to listen to our bodies. I am riding a wave right now but I know the time when I need to shut down for a bit will come. And this wave only came because I shut down for a bit late last years and early this year.
Always good to see your wisdom and your happiness. Love you brother.
That’s a terrific way to spend your time. You can beat me anytime in arm wrestling too.
I love this and have had a recent experience like it. Took some necessary time off. Reset my brain. Just invested time with our kids not caring about what other people required of me. Got BORED. Best thing that's happened and, while my office demeanor has a smaller sense of urgency to others than it might have a few weeks ago, I'm probably a better teammate for it.
I think corporate work is like exercise. People think doing more and more faster and faster makes them higher performers. Those folks end up getting injured, burned out or walk away frustrated.
The most fit people I know are aware of when to redline a workout but also how important the rest is in-between to max out their performance.
Wise words. Glad you did and appreciate you sharing. Great point about high performers knowing how and when to maintain themselves
One thing that comes with our age - the wisdom to listen to our bodies. I am riding a wave right now but I know the time when I need to shut down for a bit will come. And this wave only came because I shut down for a bit late last years and early this year.
Always good to see your wisdom and your happiness. Love you brother.
Nicely done, David.
I feel like we are living parallel lives. Good thing it is summer here so I can recharge with time in the woods on a bicycle.
We totally need to catch up. Will reach out! I did some biking in the woods as well. Paved trail but better than nothing!
100%. Look forward to it, and any kind of bike ride is better than no bike ride
Glad to hear you got the rest and reset you needed, David. I’m about to do the same this summer so I’m excited for that.
Excellent! Good times ahead for you
good on you!