I've really been going overboard on all my activities lately. I have no downtime at all. Sure, there are times that I'm not working or working out, but I end up filling that time so full with mentoring or socializating that I just don't have enough time to sleep, much less work on my house or even just kick back to relax, read, answer emails, or even pay my bills. Okay, well I do pay my bills and reply to email, but that time comes out of what would normally be my work time, which means my billable time has been less than I'd like (and less than my boss would like) lately.
I've known about this problem for a while and kept thinking it would resolve itself once the PG/NT season is over, but now that the final event is staring me in the face, I'm finally realizing that it just won't. Somehow I've managed to overcommit myself. This weekend I've got Nation's tri. In 2 weeks, Lighthouse Century, the week after, Longhorn half and 2 weeks after that is Pumpkinman. Those races alone aren't that big of a problem, but for final prep on Saturday, Laurie came to talk to us about the Lavaman season. She mentioned there that kickoff for Lavaman is November 8th. That means that 2 weeks after Pumpkinman, I'm back to the insanity that is mentoring (or at least, mentoring the way I always end up doing it).
This all seems like too much. I really feel like I should cut back on my races and spend at least a little of the remaining summer doing some other things that need to be done. I'd really like to get some things done around the house so it's more presentable and comfortable. I'd really like to get some training in with katie b and the Barney Butter team.
There are even a couple of events that I'm not all that excited about that I'd almost like to bail out of. But I feel like it's not about the event and more about how I've made commitments to go to these events with other people. I mean, I think these events would be fun and all, but I also feel like I need some time to myself to do things other than TNT events. (Don't worry Team Barney Butter--I'm not thinking of bailing out on Longhorn--that's the one race that I've actually been excited enough about to make all the preparations. The other two I haven't cared enough about to make hotel or travel plans yet.)
So what's the point of this entry? I don't have one. I may drop out of a couple of races. I may not. Maybe I'll just not do any training for the ones I am signed up for and use the time for other things. I don't know. Just putting this all out there.
I've known about this problem for a while and kept thinking it would resolve itself once the PG/NT season is over, but now that the final event is staring me in the face, I'm finally realizing that it just won't. Somehow I've managed to overcommit myself. This weekend I've got Nation's tri. In 2 weeks, Lighthouse Century, the week after, Longhorn half and 2 weeks after that is Pumpkinman. Those races alone aren't that big of a problem, but for final prep on Saturday, Laurie came to talk to us about the Lavaman season. She mentioned there that kickoff for Lavaman is November 8th. That means that 2 weeks after Pumpkinman, I'm back to the insanity that is mentoring (or at least, mentoring the way I always end up doing it).
This all seems like too much. I really feel like I should cut back on my races and spend at least a little of the remaining summer doing some other things that need to be done. I'd really like to get some things done around the house so it's more presentable and comfortable. I'd really like to get some training in with katie b and the Barney Butter team.
There are even a couple of events that I'm not all that excited about that I'd almost like to bail out of. But I feel like it's not about the event and more about how I've made commitments to go to these events with other people. I mean, I think these events would be fun and all, but I also feel like I need some time to myself to do things other than TNT events. (Don't worry Team Barney Butter--I'm not thinking of bailing out on Longhorn--that's the one race that I've actually been excited enough about to make all the preparations. The other two I haven't cared enough about to make hotel or travel plans yet.)
So what's the point of this entry? I don't have one. I may drop out of a couple of races. I may not. Maybe I'll just not do any training for the ones I am signed up for and use the time for other things. I don't know. Just putting this all out there.
7 Comments
well, at least you know you don't have a fear of commitment . . .
well its a damn good thing you're not trying to bail on me, cuz i'd have to kick your arse :) plus Texas is more fun then you're prepared for so get ready, good times ahead!
Talk to Emily about how burnt out she was after her 2006 season which included lavaman, RnR, PG and Tuscon. She had no gas in the tank come NOV06 for lavaman 07 start.
Take the time off, or it will make for a rough 09.
Don't burn out or you'll become a bitter broken shell of a man like I've been for the past 7 months. Take care of yourself first and maybe consider being a Lavaman "helpful participant" instead of a mentor. Or how about social coordinator?
And for God's sakes, it isn't necessary to drive to SLO, blow a whole weekend, and bike 100 miles just to get some chocolate fondue. Ann Marie said she'd make you some.
I was burned out physically... and mentally, but since I don't really socialize, at least I had that downtime :) I took Lavaman 2007 season really easy; but after watching all of you become Ironman I think I was just a whiner!
Burn out. Well, honestly you keep doing what you love to do. When you feel burned out, take a time out. You have to be happy doing what you want to do and not always what other people ask you to do. Lavaman is a great event and it is always a plus to have great people like you to help the team. The team is very thankful for you. Perhaps, mention you want to be a captain and take some time for you. You still get the personal connection to the team at any capacity.
Sometimes I wish I can do more family, home, work and team. When I get like that I put everything I have into what I'm doing and I feel better or take the day and stay longer in SD when training, then go home.
Barney Butter Team... You guys too much!! See you on the rode.
Dude, I think Paul's on to something. I had to bail the Rosarito ride for similar reasons to the ones you're describing. All the races will be there another time (except Rosarito, apparently). Chill out, have a beer and get some more furniture so we don't have to eat on boxes when we party at your house.