Anyone else pour their time and effort into work because they are afraid of failing in other aspects of their lives and use the long hours as an excuse?

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It seems like you're aware of your problem, @OP. Next step is to try and address it.

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I purposely slack off so no one gets too comfortable with my all star status. Cant take that kind of pressure.

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Nah

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Sometimes when other parts of my life suck, I devote myself to my work so I feel like I'm at least winning in that aspect

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It's a matter of perspective.

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I have used the long hours and working harder not bc of scared of failing elsewhere but as a way to get over other issues - focus on work and let time heal you

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