Should you really finish everything you start? While some strategies might work wonders for some, they may not always translate to your personal journey. Investing your time, energy, and effort into endeavors that don’t yield results is counterproductive. This weekend, I made the choice to finish the anime “To the Abandoned Sacred Beasts.” Initially, i was a fan, but as the episodes progressed it became clear that the show wouldn’t rise to my expectations. Despite recognizing this, I chose to finish it, a move I now realize was less about enjoyment and more about adhering to my flawed principle.

Years ago, I listened to a motivational speaker named Eric Thomas, who preached the importance of finishing everything you start. I adopted this mentality across almost all aspects of my life. Thankfully, as I matured I recognized the need to evaluate strategies critically. Watching mediocre anime when I could be investing time in more fulfilling activities is not a hallmark of quality adulting.

Similarly, I once pursued the keto diet to lose weight. Although I did lose 15lbs, it severely hindered my lifting performance, often leaving me lightheaded and ready to pass out. Rather than abandoning keto right away, I tried to make adjustments to it, which ultimately delayed my finding a more effective approach. When I finally pivoted to calorie tracking, the results came faster, the strategy was sustainable, and I had no issues lifting heavy.

If you're clinging to a strategy that isn't helping you reach your goals, it may be time to switch gears. Embrace adaptability in your pursuits, this could lead you to the success you seek more quickly.