No matter how dedicated you are to your career, always remember that people in your life should always come first. Your mission, marriage, and family should be the primary focus of your life and your career should support them, not the other way around. When you get too caught up in your profession, instead of seeking balance in all areas, it can lead to imbalance and distress both in your professional and personal life. It can also lead to strained marriages and relationships. Work must be kept in its proper perspective and there must always be time for your family and friends.
Your career should not take precedence over relationships. All job roles come and go and your abilities remain with you forever. Professionals who take their careers very seriously sometimes forget that all material things, including jobs, will eventually pass away. It's easy to get so focused on money and status, that you prioritize it over other important things. But don’t be fooled, success isn’t measured by wealth, job title, or status. True success comes from nurturing relationships with close family and the people who really matter in your life.
If your career is pushing your mission, marriage, and family relationships aside, then it might be time to switch up your job role. Your relationships form the backbone to a life well-lived, so if your job creates too much stress in your life, it is time to make a change. Don't miss out on precious moments with your loved ones in pursuit of your career. You may regret it later down the line. Instead, strive to create your own kind of success story. One where your job supports your mission in life, your marriage and your family sits firmly in the equation. Identify what that looks like for you and make it happen. Prioritize your career within the context of your life.
The key is to stay mindful of the contrast between your career and the importance of your marriage and family. When planning your future, don’t make decisions without taking into consideration the effect it could have on your relationships. At the end of the day, your career isn’t the most essential thing in your life. People are. If you have to choose between people or your job, recognize that the people will always come first.
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