Too Much is Too Much - Period!

Some Goodreads members routinely confess to or boast of being a book addict. The books on their Already Read and To Read shelves often number in the several hundreds and sometimes exceed a thousand.

The Merriam-Webster dictionary's definition of the word addict is: To devote or surrender (oneself) to something habitually or excessively.

I enjoy reading and prefer it to watching TV, listening to the radio or playing computer games. However, I also enjoy spending time with family and socializing with friends, acquaintances, and sometimes even strangers. Occasionally, I'll hop into the car for a spontaneous road trip.

There are very few things or activities that are harmful in themselves, if enjoyed in moderation. However, an excessive amount of anything may negatively impact one's life - physically, mentally or emotionally.

This world is filled with wonders to behold, experiences to be had, good people to meet and good books to be read. Unfortunately, life is short; so we must learn to wisely ration the time spent enjoying each wonder, experience, person, book, and anything else we choose to do.

Each person is unique and, therfore, their situations are different. Not everyone possesses the same physical and mental capabilities, financial resources and personal preferences, or have the same opportunities. But everyone does have the ability to make the most of what they do have and to make good choices. An opportunity overlooked or ignored is an opportunity wasted.

We cannot afford to squander what little time we have to enjoy life by allowing an addiction to anything monopolize it.