GTD Day 7 - One week in!

One full week of getting things done and I must say I am one tired boy. Last night was a vortex filled evening, brimming with more and more side projects that will drain on my time.

As I am more concious of my time I now are more protective of it. Loosely defined, open ended projects send off warning bells and raise flags.

Just because something is interesting to me or worth doing - do I have to be the one to do it?

If some task is within my power and is a nobel pursuit - am I morally compelled to complete it?

How many nobel pursuits have you given your self to?

In the past I have more than greatfully embraced the projects of others thinking that if I got in there and did a good job it would lead to something other. These other further opportunities have yet to materialize - I may just be jaded from 15 years of people letting me down, or I may be waking up to see the writing on the wall.

What pray tell is emblazend on the wall of reality?

People that come to you for help to accomplish their goals have no interest in your goals.

classic example: I had a dream of entering a submission in a film festival 4-5 years back. The team I had assembled to complete this task bailed within two months. Yet when they need an actor for some production at the last minute or need creative imput on creating a concept for a video series they call me.

I don't keep score, but I know when to apply the mercy rule. If they are always too busy for your projects but need me to drop everything for their projects - time and time again - I begin to doubt their motives and intentions when presenting me with the latest and greatest concept that will undoubtedly (ove r an aditional 5 year plan) lead to the creation of a "side project" that could be entered into the festival. I say "10 years too late!"

Don't get me wrong in the past I did what I wanted to do and no one has forced my hand, but it is disappointing when looking at my track record to see all the projects I gave up to pursue everyone else's dreams.

I have a new profound respect for time, its proper use, and its limited supply.

Make your films today!
Jay Mart