It's hard to say, I can't just say it's the amount of hours you work (although that definitely has something to do with it). For example, even if you work relatively few hours but hate the work you're doing, it will be a terrible struggle and slog. If you're working long hours but perform 'deep' (I think this term refers to being able to get into a state of flow or the zone...) and satisfying work then it's not nearly as terrible. I think most importantly, you need to be able to leave work at work and pretty much forget about it.
It's hard to say, I can't just say it's the amount of hours you work (although that definitely has something to do with it). For example, even if you work relatively few hours but hate the work you're doing, it will be a terrible struggle and slog. If you're working long hours but perform 'deep' (I think this term refers to being able to get into a state of flow or the zone...) and satisfying work then it's not nearly as terrible. I think most importantly, you need to be able to leave work at work and pretty much forget about it.
Thanks Eugene, I am curious, is there anything you wish you could change about the way you have it balanced right now?