We have been talking about what living in an age of endless choices for what to do, where to work, what to buy, who to be with, etc. etc. can really fatigue us, distract us, prevent us from being present to one thing, and hurt our happiness rather than help it.
Our phones deliver “everything to everyone all the time”. How’s that working for your mental health?
Let’s explore a few final thoughts.
The author says every “yes” means a “no” to something else. I talk about this in my School of Entrepreneurship. You only have so much time in a day, and lives are made of days. Saying yes to one thing means you are saying no to something else. And saying yes to too much, means you enjoy nothing the way you would otherwise. Awareness of this helps you choose with intention, not anxiety.
Simplicity enhances satisfaction. Limit choices where possible – routines, criteria, boundaries – to reclaim focus and peace.
More choices don’t guarantee better lives, but clearer priorities do.
You said something to us in one of our Elite team meetings that has stuck with me and has probably had the biggest impact on my ability to manage in 2025. You said, “an email or text is someone else making their agenda your priority”. At that time, I always felt a sense of urgency when I got an email or text from anyone. These days, I don’t let other people dictate my schedule.
Sure glad you returned Larry! Thanks for your wonderful daily blog- I look forward to it!
Thanks Larry! I am grateful for you everyday. I am glad you made it back and congratulation on finishing!