Startup Life Got You Down?

Your dopamine receptors are fried. Get rid of social media apps and get a dopamine detox. I know your aren’t looking for suggestions but trust me this will help you. A lot of us are feeling the same way as you. We are constantly looking for new things in life, something that can give us a kick. That’s not how world works. If you are getting bored, go deep in your work, deliver something more and keep at it. You won’t be paid more but trust me you will be damn satisfied.

But small startups people expect that being founding members, you cannot have a normal life, right?

Many people go / went through this - including me. We spend 50%+ of our waking time at / doing work - so is it unreasonable to want more out of it? Not at all. But there are practical aspects to consider around financial stability / runway / dependents needs etc. I have interacted with people whose experience ranges from 5 to 15-20 and have formed my point of view based on that. You have to know what drives you - could be money, material possessions, learning, networking, status, social life, spending time with family, achievement orientation etc.