Too Much Is Too Much

My dance card is chock-a-block full with projects and events I’m really excited about at the moment and the invitations keep coming. It’s times like these I’m called to practice what I preach and recognise when I have enough on my proverbial plate.

Too much is too much. Even too much of a good thing is still too much.

Where to draw the line?

There’s an exercise that’s been circulating for years, suggesting how to weigh up your options, asking; Does it feel heavy or light? Does it feel like gold or lead? The recommendation being: if it’s not a huge yes, then it’s a huge no.

Sage advice to be sure but what to do when everything feels like a Golden Opportunity?

“Do less, but better.”

— Dieter Rams

If I’m honest with myself, when I bite off more than I can chew, there’s a better than average chance it’ll suck the joy out of the projects I’m already committed to.

“But it’s just one more thing. I really, really, really want to say yes!” I hear you! It’s challenging to turn down golden opportunities. However, if I don’t have the time and energy to honour all my tasks with enthusiasm, then I need to let it go.

I also remind myself that most opportunities will cycle around and present themselves again.

Could you plant the seed for another time?

“I’m already committed this month. Is there any chance we could look at our calendars and find a time that works for both of us/both of our businesses?”

There’s no such thing as a missed opportunity; it’s just that not every opportunity is meant for you.

Once, when I missed out on a job I’d really wanted, my mother, instead of empathising with my disappointment, simply said, ‘You probably dodged a bullet.’ It wasn’t what I wanted to hear at the time but soon after missing out on that position I was offered the role which led to a whole new chapter of my broadcasting career.

FOMO (fear of missing out) can be tricky to navigate but not every goose lays golden eggs, eh?!