I enjoyed reading your article. I have been pondering this problem and my insatiable need for improvement. I find myself constantly dissatisfied with things and going through the motions. I can identify with not feeling happy/only relief when I complete a task.
I don't necessarily think being dissatisfied with things is a bad thing because it urges us to seek improvement. However, as with all things, balance is required. I was discussing this with my counselor and she mentioned how two emotions can coexist at the same time (i.e. me feeling dissatisfied with things but content with myself). I think whether the the need to improve consumes us or propels us forward is the crux of whether this desire is coming from a healthy/unhealthy place.
Hi Nathan,
I enjoyed reading your article. I have been pondering this problem and my insatiable need for improvement. I find myself constantly dissatisfied with things and going through the motions. I can identify with not feeling happy/only relief when I complete a task.
I don't necessarily think being dissatisfied with things is a bad thing because it urges us to seek improvement. However, as with all things, balance is required. I was discussing this with my counselor and she mentioned how two emotions can coexist at the same time (i.e. me feeling dissatisfied with things but content with myself). I think whether the the need to improve consumes us or propels us forward is the crux of whether this desire is coming from a healthy/unhealthy place.