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Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164027 06/30/24 11:07 PM 06/30/24 11:07 PM
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BigBlackBirds trapper B Joined: Oct 2016 Michigan	Originally Posted by Providence Farm But being honest with myself I was questioning how well I will be able to cut back since it's kind of became an obsession/ addiction. There part I have trouble where the line Is at and enough is enough. Stopping the moving goal post. Just a general observation from my working years---I find your above statements pretty interesting. World is made up of all types of people with personalities and traits---some might be called a slacker while they dont see themselves that way while others might be seen as overachiever, etc. A good % of those that I've seen drive themselves pretty hard working had a real hard time finding the end game or slowing down. Retirement at 60 turns into 61, 62 then 65. I dont have any real solutions for you. I can be a touch the same way in some regards and pacing myself lately has been way more of a challenge than I anticipated. You already recognize the potential downside of working alot could have on your health and family time. Trying to sort that out into a path forward is a different beast.

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164028 06/30/24 11:11 PM 06/30/24 11:11 PM
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Steven 49er trapper S Joined: May 2010 MN	I've been working "on the road" for the last 25 years, missed most Christmas concerts, actual birthdays, sporting events, even missed the birth of one child. Woke up one day and they were grown up. Millions of people live that lifestyle. I don't recommend it to anyone. If I could do it again I'd have moved the family or found a different job. "Gold is money, everything else is just credit" JP Morgan

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164102 07/01/24 06:52 AM 07/01/24 06:52 AM
Joined: Jan 2007 central Haudenosaunee, the De... W white marlin trapper
white marlin trapper W Joined: Jan 2007 central Haudenosaunee, the De...	I think you're right, PF...you need to see a physicist. Last edited by white marlin; 07/01/24 07:59 AM.

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: CTRAPS] #8164110 07/01/24 07:41 AM 07/01/24 07:41 AM
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trapdog1 trapper T Joined: Feb 2015 Iowa	Originally Posted by CTRAPS Until today, I thought I only knew of one person who at times seemed to be asking for advice or sympathy and would have questions for the others on this site, and then ignored everything he heard. Now I know of two people. Seems pretty obvious things aren't really going to change.

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164115 07/01/24 08:02 AM 07/01/24 08:02 AM
Joined: May 2018 SW Georgia W Wanna Be trapper
Wanna Be trapper W Joined: May 2018 SW Georgia	I worked with a guy that would sell back all his vacation every year. He ended up turning into a bitter old man and everyone was glad to see him retire with over 50yrs of time with the company. As far as taking care of the family financially, I think most of us are worth more, monetarily, dead than alive, lol. With retirement, SS, and insurance policies, I sleep with one eye open!!

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164119 07/01/24 08:21 AM 07/01/24 08:21 AM
Joined: Dec 2006 South shore L.I. G gcs trapper
gcs trapper G Joined: Dec 2006 South shore L.I.	This site is an interesting place, where else can you ask for opinions and advice on nearly any subject, and get such a variety of well thought out "answers"? If nothing else Providence was able to express his thoughts in public ,sorta, in a safe space and was willing to entertain varying opinions, even the ones that might hurt. With the vast accumulated knowledge here, it's a cheap, no nonsense group of counselors, lol. PF, I hope you find the balance that works for you.

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164127 07/01/24 08:40 AM 07/01/24 08:40 AM
Joined: Mar 2010 2A Sanctuaries-W. OK & N. NM Blaine County trapper
Blaine County trapper Joined: Mar 2010 2A Sanctuaries-W. OK & N. NM	This has been an interesting read. I don't know any self-made, successful people that work "just enough." They work their (This word is unacceptable on Trapperman) off. These are successful professional types, tradesmen, blue collar oilfield friends, farmers, etc. Again, you have to balance family and well being. It's like anything else--a man has freewill. If he wants to be financially successful, he generally has to earn it. Nobody gives it to him--unless the punk inherits it or just gets lucky. If a man just wants to get by, that is his choice--just stay off the dole and don't resent others for achieving more--both are serious problems in this country on the right and left. Last thing, there is value in teaching your kids to work hard by example while also teaching them the balance of family and well being.

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164139 07/01/24 09:16 AM 07/01/24 09:16 AM
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bowhunter27295 trapper B Joined: Sep 2008 NC	You can always make more money. You can NEVER make more time. How many lies will people believe before they realize their own idiocy?

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: BandB] #8164166 07/01/24 09:40 AM 07/01/24 09:40 AM
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330-Trapper trapper Joined: Dec 2006 Minnesota	Originally Posted by BandB Working hard isn't the same as working all the time. Here's some food for thought for you. The guy across the road from me is a really good fella. He's also a workaholic. He owns (that I know of), 3 houses, around 100 acres, and makes several hundred thousand dollars a year as a Vice President of Engineeringat a local company. The house he lives in is 5000 Sq ft. It's that big because he had 5 kids and a wife when it was built. HAD being the operative word. They got a divorce after 20 something years of marriage. He was never home. Never went on vacation with them. Rarely went to their after school activities. When he took vacation, he was bailing hay, bush hogging, working cows, pretty much anything but fooling with kids. Like I said, he's a good fella and neighbor, but he's also all by himself now. Don't loose sight of one dream chasing another one. The Wife and kids will Never Say... We're glad he was Never here. NRA and NTA Life Member www.BackroadsRevised@etsy.com

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164177 07/01/24 09:57 AM 07/01/24 09:57 AM
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TC1 trapper T Joined: Jul 2016 SD	Physiologist or psychologist???? lol Thread snitch non reporter #2

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164257 07/01/24 12:43 PM 07/01/24 12:43 PM
Joined: Dec 2006 Philippines, s.e. asia,ohio west river rogue trapper
west river rogue trapper Joined: Dec 2006 Philippines, s.e. asia,ohio	Honestly pf. Its only a problem if you or your family think so. It requires sacrifice from all. http://philippinebolomachete.weebly.com/ missing S.E. Asia a bit https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=lefties43332 im steve

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164259 07/01/24 12:44 PM 07/01/24 12:44 PM
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sportsman94 trapper Joined: Dec 2010 Georgia	As was said, Jesus invites us to reorder our lives with his kingdom first. You cant serve two masters, and yet it sounds like you may be trying to serve multiples. Thats not for me to call you out on since I dont know your heart. Thats a conversation between you and Jesus. Financial security/retirement can be an idol just like anything other than Jesus. What is the fruit of your work tendencies when it comes to all aspects of your life? Does it produce peace, love, joy, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control? If not, it is probably a branch that needs some pruning

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: sportsman94] #8164272 07/01/24 01:25 PM 07/01/24 01:25 PM
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west river rogue trapper Joined: Dec 2006 Philippines, s.e. asia,ohio	Originally Posted by sportsman94 As was said, Jesus invites us to reorder our lives with his kingdom first. You cant serve two masters, and yet it sounds like you may be trying to serve multiples. Thats not for me to call you out on since I dont know your heart. Thats a conversation between you and Jesus. Financial security/retirement can be an idol just like anything other than Jesus. What is the fruit of your work tendencies when it comes to all aspects of your life? Does it produce peace, love, joy, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control? If not, it is probably a branch that needs some pruning Exactly....its not for us to judge others..PERIOD. GOD CALLS us to all accomplish his will. Some listen,some dont. We are all still human and prone to mistakes. http://philippinebolomachete.weebly.com/ missing S.E. Asia a bit https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=lefties43332 im steve

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164353 07/01/24 04:31 PM 07/01/24 04:31 PM
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Sshaffer trapper S Joined: May 2017 West Virginia	For over 10 years I worked up to 110 hours a week between my full time job and my ADC business. Allowed me to invest alot and retired at 55. Looking back I regret it. Lost 10 years of my life. Only benefit was early retirement. Been retired 10 years now and I couldn’t work a job if I had to.

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Sshaffer] #8164373 07/01/24 05:22 PM 07/01/24 05:22 PM
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bblwi trapper B Joined: Dec 2006 East-Central Wisconsin	Instead of a physiologist you might want to see a psychiatrist. Bryce

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164378 07/01/24 05:33 PM 07/01/24 05:33 PM
Joined: May 2018 SW Georgia W Wanna Be trapper
Wanna Be trapper W Joined: May 2018 SW Georgia	I’ll make it simple…if you’ve missed school functions, firsts, birthdays, holidays, etc, then you’ve put your job above you family and work too much.

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Wanna Be] #8164502 07/01/24 08:33 PM 07/01/24 08:33 PM
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Steven 49er trapper S Joined: May 2010 MN	Originally Posted by Wanna Be I’ll make it simple…if you’ve missed school functions, firsts, birthdays, holidays, etc, then you’ve put your job above you family and work too much. It's a good thing some people do. Otherwise we wouldn't have over the road semi drivers, airline pilots, train engineers and the list goes on "Gold is money, everything else is just credit" JP Morgan

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Steven 49er] #8164504 07/01/24 08:38 PM 07/01/24 08:38 PM
Joined: May 2018 SW Georgia W Wanna Be trapper
Wanna Be trapper W Joined: May 2018 SW Georgia	Originally Posted by Steven 49er Originally Posted by Wanna Be I’ll make it simple…if you’ve missed school functions, firsts, birthdays, holidays, etc, then you’ve put your job above you family and work too much. It's a good thing some people do. Otherwise we wouldn't have over the road semi drivers, airline pilots, train engineers and the list goes on Yes, but to work 100hrs a week isn’t required. If so, name what jobs require that? He’s volunteering to spend time away from his family, he’s not made to do it. Heck, my oldest youngest is single and I tell him to work all he can and save up. He works 7 days a week and 12hr shifts. He will take off a weekend for a break every now and then, but he’s SINGLE. There’s a big difference, lol.

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Providence Farm] #8164519 07/01/24 08:54 PM 07/01/24 08:54 PM
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Nessmuck trapper N Joined: Nov 2011 New Hampshire	Let's see if the T-Man Therapy Session is helping... How many hours do you have so Faah ? Monday &Tuesday And will you take July 4,th off... Or succumb to the temptation of Double time $$$$$$$$$$$ And for go ,the food,party,and festivities with family and friends? Last edited by Nessmuck; 07/01/24 09:01 PM. It is better to die on your feet than to live on your knees.

Re: Told my wife I may need to see a physiologist [Re: Steven 49er] #8164524 07/01/24 08:57 PM 07/01/24 08:57 PM
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Blaine County trapper Joined: Mar 2010 2A Sanctuaries-W. OK & N. NM	Originally Posted by Steven 49er Originally Posted by Wanna Be I’ll make it simple…if you’ve missed school functions, firsts, birthdays, holidays, etc, then you’ve put your job above you family and work too much. It's a good thing some people do. Otherwise we wouldn't have over the road semi drivers, airline pilots, train engineers and the list goes on Preach on. You still need balance but let's face it--too many people in this country are lazy. And, it's getting worse.

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