[stevenwu]

Anytime I find myself thinking like this, I use this reminder: the only thing separating myself from being one of those people is actually doing it (whatever "it" is). It's psychological: until you internally want to write (picking one example from your list of wants) more than you want to read or browse social media, you will keep doing the same thing you've been doing.

Think about it this way: in your case, you have it easy, in that you have the skills to be doing what it is you want to do. I have plenty of non technical friends that want to make an app, but at the moment they're not capable. You're equipped to achieve your goals, so harness that internal motivation and act on it. Write instead of reading. Be a social media presence instead of following social media.

>> Honestly i think i'll only be contempt when i cut off everything non work related from my life to be more productive

FWIW I've had those thoughts, and it was a factor in my decision to leave home where I was comfortable with great friends. IME I am more productive as a whole because a big chunk of social time has gone into work time but I feel like I do less work per hour, if that makes sense. Everyone is different and I think you owe it to yourself to find that out (either you end up truly content or you realize what is important in your life, both of which are great destinations to find yourself in)

[kiraken]

Thanks a lot Steven, that was really helpful! And you're absolutely right