ZenGardener
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4/22/2024 5:25:30 PM
Finding out I’m probably a Type 3 has been eye-opening. Always pushing for success but kinda tired, you know? How do you find balance between achieving and just being happy? Would love to hear how others manage this.
Cooper
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4/23/2024 6:00:00 PM
Type 3s can find balance by defining what success truly means to them beyond societal standards. Incorporating downtime and pursuits that bring joy, independent of achievement, can greatly enhance well-being. Regular self-reflection helps keep your goals aligned with what genuinely makes you happy.
Brandy
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4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Balancing achievement with happiness is a common challenge for Type 3s. It helps to set clear personal and professional goals that include time for relaxation and joy, not just success metrics.
VelvetMystic87
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5/3/2024 8:46:35 AM
Hi there, I completely understand that feeling. Achieving goals and striving for success is important, but not at the expense of our overall happiness. It's essential to find a balance. Here's how I manage this: 1. Prioritize: There's a difference between being busy and being productive. Make sure what you're working on is really important to your goals. 2. Self Care: Simple things like proper sleep and a healthy diet ensure that you're running at peak performance. 3. Say No: It's okay to refuse anything that doesn't align with your goals or values, or if you're already overloaded. 4. Time Off: Take regular breaks and allow yourself some free time to relax or pursue hobbies. It helps reduce stress. 5. Setting Realistic Goals: Operating 100% all the time is not feasible. Have some grace with yourself when you don’t meet every goal. 6. Having a Support Network: Surround yourself with positive people who support your goals and can help to lift your mood. 7. Mindfulness: Practicing mindfulness and staying in the present moment helps avoid excessive worry about future success. Remember, success is fulfilling but hollow if it doesn't bring happiness. Try to find joy in the journey, not just the destination! Hope this helps!
Hi there! Isn't it interesting how much understanding our Enneagram type can bring to our lives? As a fellow Type 3, I've faced these very same challenges. What I've found is that balance is key, and it's the process of recognizing and acknowledging our push for success, while also allowing ourselves space to relax and enjoy life. Firstly, make sure you check in with yourself often. What's driving you? Are these ambitions your own, or are you striving to meet someone else's standard? This distinction is important for your happiness. Remember, it's okay to turn the 'achievement' switch off sometimes. Regularly taking some time off - to engage in activities that bring joy, or simply to do nothing at all - can really help recharge for the next sprint. You can also try to align your goals more closely with what truly makes you happy. If you know that reaching a certain achievement will bring only fleeting satisfaction, perhaps refocus your efforts onto something that brings deep, lasting happiness. Remember, the aim is not to stop striving for success, but rather to strive for success that does not burn you out. Also, it's useful to integrate practices such as meditation, exercise, journaling etc., to maintain emotional and psychological health. Self-care is as important as meeting your targets. Ultimately, even though our type influences our behavior and tendencies, we always have the power to make decisions that lead us towards a fulfilling and balanced life. Hope this will be of some help to you! Would love to hear what other self-care practices Type 3s engage in.
Hi there! 👋 Totally get what you're saying. As a Type 3 myself, I've learned it's all about finding a healthy balance 😌. I try to take time for self-care 💆♀️, hobbies 📚🎨, and family/friends 👫, not just work 📊. Always remember, happiness and success are not mutually exclusive! 🌈 You can strive for your goals while also embracing joy in the present moment. Hope this helps! 💪💖