Oh this is so true. Thank you for putting this into words. I’ve always called it the ‘I’ll be happy when’ pattern but not heard of it described as “the arrival fallacy”... what an helpful term.
It took me sooooo long to figure out that sacrificing my health for my business was a very poor decision. Whatever I created was never enough to plug the gap so I kept on sacrificing until I fell over. Now rest and well-being is the priority - the foundation for everything I create.
(Our backyard garden and chickens remind me about our connection to the earth... now if only we had space for goats 😂)
"It's much easier to prevent health issues and burnout than it is to try to fix them later."
YES. Isn't this the truth?!
I recently heard someone say it would be better if we all Benjamin Button-ed our way through life, because we would have more appreciation for our health. Unfortunately, until you experience burnout or health issues, it's harder to appreciate the good health you have when you have it.
Oh this is so true. Thank you for putting this into words. I’ve always called it the ‘I’ll be happy when’ pattern but not heard of it described as “the arrival fallacy”... what an helpful term.
It took me sooooo long to figure out that sacrificing my health for my business was a very poor decision. Whatever I created was never enough to plug the gap so I kept on sacrificing until I fell over. Now rest and well-being is the priority - the foundation for everything I create.
(Our backyard garden and chickens remind me about our connection to the earth... now if only we had space for goats 😂)
I'm so glad you came around to health and well-being first... I agree that it can be a long lesson to learn! :)
Oh my goodness. This is me all. the. time.
I have all of these "when I reach X goal, I will do this" items on an arbitrary list.
But constant growth is not healthy, nor is it available to us.
You're not alone! We all have those "after X, I can finally Y" items too. Glad this was helpful to see things a little differently. :)
You are a real inspiration for me.
I'm working hard building my business from scratch, and it's taking a long time.
Thank you for keeping me on track.
I hear you on those early business years feeling like things should be happening way faster.
Keep going, and I'm glad this was helpful! :)
"It's much easier to prevent health issues and burnout than it is to try to fix them later."
YES. Isn't this the truth?!
I recently heard someone say it would be better if we all Benjamin Button-ed our way through life, because we would have more appreciation for our health. Unfortunately, until you experience burnout or health issues, it's harder to appreciate the good health you have when you have it.
Ooh that would be a fun experiment to try. It would definitely give us more appreciation for our health and energy, and not taking it for granted!