You hear them all the time.  The two extremes of a very important issue.  On the one hand you have those preaching constant hard work and never letting up.  On the other hand you have those promoting simplicity and cutting back.  So which is it?

Riding the roller coaster of extremes

It is very easy for us to end up going back and forth between both concepts.  One day you find yourself passionately motivated to attack your goals and you think to yourself, “This is the way to live your life.  I WILL reach my goals and it will be because of my constant drive for success.”  Over time, you may become tired and suffer from a loss of that passion that once fueled your drive.  Then you remember those who kept saying, “Live for now and stop chasing after your dreams.  Simplify your life and appreciate what you already have.” Read more »