Imagine a pie chart.
One big slice is your entrepreneurial venture. The rest? Family, friends, hobbies, sleep.
Here's the catch: The entrepreneurial slice is a growing monster.
A thought from Henry David Thoreau nails it: "It's not enough to be busy; so are the ants. The question is: what are we busy about?"
You're building something meaningful. That's clear.
But it's also clear that life will be unbalanced for a while.
You'll be tempted to give work all your waking hours.
But wait.
Your family's time isn't a leftover. It's essential.
Balance isn't something you find; it's something you make.
The decision between work and family is not a one-or-the-other choice.
It's about setting boundaries.
You need to make purposeful time for your family, or work will fill all of your downtime.
Don't think work OR family.
Think work AND family.
Your heart must be in your dream, but you also need to keep your connections strong.
Work doesn't need all of you. Just the best of you.
The best of you needs balance.
Building a business is demanding.
But remember, your family's demands are just as vital.
Building empires doesn't require losing connections.
Your legacy isn't just about what you achieve; it's about who you share it with. Know that unbalance is temporary, but losing family can be permanent. Prioritize wisely.
