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The Experience of Carrying Multiple Directions
Carrying multiple directions feels heavy, not because of indecision, but because attention is divided among real possibilities.
Each direction carries meaning.
Naming this load reduces the pressure to simplify prematurely and acknowledges the effort involved in holding complexity without collapse.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does it feel so "heavy" to have so many different interests and goals?
You are "Carrying Multiple Directions." Each direction is a Structural Load on your nervous system. Even "good" goals require attentional energy to maintain. Naming this as a "load" helps you realize why you’re tired. You aren't "lazy"; you are "over-directional." By acknowledging the weight of these directions, you can decide which ones to "set down" for a while to restore your capacity.
How many directions can I realistically carry at once?
In the Meaning Density Model™, we recommend Low-Direction Living. While you may have many "wants," your Contiguous Attention can only truly inhabit one direction at a time. By focusing on a "Single Path of Action" for a set period, you reduce the "Internal Torque" caused by multiple directions pulling at you. This makes your movement feel lighter and your progress more "dense."