Why entrepreneurs should sometimes focus on their relationship instead of their business

Maybe I should invest more in my relationship.
And give my wife more attention.

That thought suddenly hit me during the breathing session with Yves van Veen.

With 15 entrepreneurs, we had another amazing XXL day of ik ben de baas by Frans van Leeuwen. We started with a very confronting presentation by Dokter Juriaan about slowing down and focusing more on yourself.

My immediate reaction was resistance.

Slowing down?
That’s not really an option for me.

But… organizing your time in a more enjoyable way is something else.
And maybe that’s what it’s really about.

What stood out most was this:

I started the morning thinking I would work on my business.
I ended the afternoon realizing I need to work on my relationship.

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the meaning of life.
I’ve analyzed all elements. My business. My wife. My children.

And I’m happy with all of it.

But maybe I take it too much for granted.

Entrepreneurship feels important.
Making impact feels important.
Growth feels important.

But coming home and being truly present is just as important.

Luckily, it was Valentine’s Day. Took action immediately ✅

Thanks to everyone for another valuable day 🙏

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