3 Common Problems for High Achieving Men in Relationships

As a high-achieving man, I found myself struggling a lot to balance my work life and relationships. Even though we spent tons of time together, and I was always surprising her with trips, fun dates, etc., the cons eventually started to outweigh the pros for her, and it started to cause problems. Many of the tendencies that got me far professionally actually ended up being double-edged swords that hurt my relationship with my girlfriend in some capacity. The truth is, these tendencies weren’t just hurting me in my romantic relationships; they were seeping into other relationships and areas of my life.

It’s often hard to see a problem when you are so close to it, but after speaking and working with countless high-achieving men over the past several months, these are by far some of the most common points that plague many men far and wide.

Problem #1: Inability to Shut Down “Business Brain”

As high achievers, we’re wired to constantly push boundaries and strive for more. We can ALWAYS find a way to do more and do better professionally. When we leave work, it’s extremely easy to bring our work with us, and if not physically, we almost always do mentally. Some call this the “Business Brain,” and it’s gotten many of us further than we might have ever imagined, but it…