“Unlocking the Hidden Cost of Commitment: Why Every Yes Could Mean Saying Goodbye to a Thousand Opportunities”
As the New Year approaches, many of us find ourselves swept up in the excitement of fresh starts and new goals. Who hasn’t vowed to become a “Whole New You”? But let’s pause for a moment: is it really possible to say “Yes” to one thing without saying “No” to many others? The challenge lies in our limited time—168 hours a week already filled with work, sleep, and the countless demands of daily life. If you’re lucky, maybe you can squeeze out an hour a day to commit to something new. Imagine the possibilities with that time! You could get fit, write that novel, or finally tackle that foreign language you’ve always wanted to learn. But here’s the catch: try to do them all, and you might just flame out before the month ends! So, what if this year, instead of a laundry list of resolutions, you picked one singular “Project of the Year” and poured your energy into it? Let’s explore how to stick with that commitment and get the most out of your time. Ready to dive in? LEARN MORE
As the New Year rolls around, it’s easy to commit to a bunch of new things intended to turn you into a Whole New You. But commitment comes with a cost. When you say Yes to one thing, you’re implicitly saying No to many others.
