Appreciating wins creates a perfect balance with the desire for improvement
The one downside to constantly pursuing improvement?
It lends itself to to not appreciating accomplishments.
That's why I keep a WIN journal everyday.
Throughout the day, or at the end of the day, I jot down wins.
Some are personal.
Some are professional.
Some are big wins.
Some are small wins.
Regardless, I capture some each day.
Because, to capture them, I have to acknowledge them.
Acknowledging them lends itself to appreciating them.
And appreciating the wins is a great balance to constantly looking for what needs to improve.
It's also a great resource to revisit when you feel like you're getting your ass kicked.