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Feeling Swamped? Stop Trying to Do More!

Hey everyone, can we get honest for a second?

We’re all bombarded with advice: “You need to wake up at 4 AM! You need 10 side-hustles! You need to post 3 times a day!” It honestly makes me tired just thinking about it. We end up just piling on tasks until we feel totally burned out, right?

I recently heard something from Alex Hormozi that really hit me: True success isn't about the things you must do; it's about the things you can successfully avoid doing.

Seriously. Think about that.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, it’s not because you’re lazy. It’s because you’re probably spending 80% of your precious energy on tasks that deliver 0% of your results.

The Compassionate Cut: Where We Get Our Energy Back

This isn't about being harsh; it's about being kind to your future self by protecting your focus. Here are three things I've personally had to brutally cut out to finally see traction:

1. Stop Being a Slave to "The Notifications"

The Problem: We treat our phones like an emergency service. Every 'ding' breaks our concentration, costing us 20 minutes to fully get back into deep work. That constant checking is anxiety-driven, not results-driven.
The Action: Schedule your contact time. Use Do Not Disturb for 90-minute blocks. The world will not end.
The Result: You stop reacting to other people's priorities and finally start dedicating focused, high-quality time to your goals. That's where the magic happens.

2. Stop Chasing "Perfect" (It’s a Trap!) 🕸️

The Problem: We waste weeks polishing something that isn't even proven yet. That little voice telling you it's "not ready" is just fear whispering.
The Action: Adopt an "80% Done, Ship It Now" mantra. Get your product, your first post, or your pitch out the door.
The Result: You trade endless worrying for real-world feedback. Feedback is the fuel for growth; perfection is the parking brake.

3. Stop Comparing Your Start to Someone Else's Middle

The Problem: Scrolling through success stories and thinking you're behind. This is the fastest way to kill your motivation. Comparison is a thief of joy and energy.
The Action: Mute or unfollow accounts that make you feel small or inadequate. Follow people who inspire you to do work, not just wish you were successful.
The Result: You free up the emotional energy spent on self-criticism and redirect it to appreciating your own journey and your unique progress.

Your Mission Today: Subtract to Succeed

Success isn't about adding another item to your checklist. It's about removing the noise so the few things that truly matter can shine through. Give yourself permission to let go of the low-value junk.

What are you brave enough to stop doing starting right now?

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