[caffeine]

> know deep down this is bad for the long term

It’s bad for your sense of self-worth, even if it’s not objectively a bad thing.

One day you might ask yourself “Where would I be if I went all-in on something exciting rather than just putting 10% effort into my work for all those years?”

[itronitron]

That is a terrible way to live your life. If a person has interests they should pursue them, not act out of fear that one day they will be called to judgment.