If you listened in earnest to the constructive exchange between Merlin and Dan on episodes 23 and 24 of Back to Work and David in Juggling, it probably means you’re a juggler.
Maybe you like juggling. Or maybe you’re trying to figure out which ball you like holding the most.
Either way, you’ll probably want to read how Cat Stevenson rationalizes being a “slash careerist”:
A decade ago, working two careers might have seemed less than glamorous – but it’s no longer viewed as a second job or a slave-driving way to make ends meet; instead, it’s seen as a well-rounded fulfillment. A smart, secure Plan B. An alternate route to a more promising future.
Her advice on how to quit the job(s) you like least to focus on those you like more is really good, too. My favorite step is the very first one: start.
When we whole-heartedly pursue our interests or participate in activities that foster our growth, the Universe is awesome in its return.
My advice
As long as you can work on jobs A, B, C, or D and not think about the others, there’s nothing wrong with juggling.
Whether you juggle or not, be absolutely engrossed in what you’re doing right now. Love your moments, and maximize the sum of your moments.
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Eddie you clearly juggle, but it is the perfect analogy. The juggler only ever deals with one ball in the air, whilst keping a watchful eye on it all. My further challenge is distraction that comes from multiple interrupts. I want to pay the end of month bills but a client rings and her issue becomes my immediate priority. I remember when mobile sphones first started to become popular my mother remarked, How can people think they’re so important that they need to be contacted every moment ofthe day.
Now I must stop reading thsi blog and get back to thsoe cheques!