I'm all for going for the glory and I too work like a dog every week - Sometimes hating it but knowing it's necessary to get me to the next steps in my success. I sometimes feel stuck but look back and see all the strides forward and have the confidence I can achieve things well beyond where I am today.
However, I also realize life isn't forever. Being 25 isn't forever. There are experiences that I need to have now or they'll be gone and I can never get them back. I'm not saying go out boozing every weekend and frivolously spend. What I am saying though - it's ok to enjoy life. Don't stop working hard, but don't neglect your friendships, and family. Don't feel upset splurging every once in a while on something that will bring you enjoyment that you deserve. I guarantee it won't ruin your progress and maybe in fact it'll help it because enjoying life and being happy creates an attitude that will make the journey that much more tolerable and winable.
However, I also realize life isn't forever. Being 25 isn't forever. There are experiences that I need to have now or they'll be gone and I can never get them back. I'm not saying go out boozing every weekend and frivolously spend. What I am saying though - it's ok to enjoy life. Don't stop working hard, but don't neglect your friendships, and family. Don't feel upset splurging every once in a while on something that will bring you enjoyment that you deserve. I guarantee it won't ruin your progress and maybe in fact it'll help it because enjoying life and being happy creates an attitude that will make the journey that much more tolerable and winable.