If it's not a Hell Yeah, it's a no.

The Art of Living - Issue #18

The decision making framework outlined above is just one of the lessons that you will find Derek Sivers sharing in his book, *Anything You Want*. Derek founded CD Baby, which became the largest seller of independent music online, with over $100M in sales for over 150,000 musicians.

While it may not be applicable 100% of the time, I have found this notion to be extremely valuable when I am overwhelmed and experiencing high levels of stress. Busy is a decision, and saying yes to less has proved to be a way out of the chaos.

The power of this approach lies in its simplicity and the clarity it provides. When you are constantly saying yes to mediocre opportunities, you are simultaneously saying no to great ones. Your time and energy are finite resources, and protecting them is crucial for achieving meaningful results.

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