take on everything, and then cut down

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onto today’s topic: take on everything, and then cut down 🪓 

before i ever start over-thinking “will i even get in?” or “would it be feasible for me to do this?” i just apply to anything that interests me. whether that’s a club, fellowship or any sort of gig, i’ll put my foot through the door and give myself a shot.

my philosophy is to apply to everything and then weigh my options once i actually have them in front of me. 📂 there’s no point in cutting out options if they aren’t even confirmed. once they’re solidly laid out in front of you, cut down and take on experiences you’re actually excited about, and those that are feasible for you.

don’t stop yourself from applying because you think you won’t be available. i say apply anyways and see if your schedule shifts. it would suck to have that commitment that you didn’t apply to a fellowship for be rescheduled and then you regret letting that opportunity go. why cut your losses before you even secure the win? 🤨 

rake in all of your possible offers and then give yourself the luxury of picking and choosing. in reality, the opportunity cost of applying for something you feel doubtful about is likely an extra hour of your life spent on the application. that’s not a horrible price to pay for the possibility of an amazing opportunity.

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