You can’t do everything at once.
At least, you can’t do everything well at once.
Some things need to simmer in the background while you give full attention to the pan that’s about to boil over.
That’s the backburner.
Putting something on the backburner isn’t quitting.
It’s not neglect.
It’s stewardship.
It’s knowing when to push forward and when to hold the line.
It’s understanding that you’re human, not a machine with infinite bandwidth.
Sometimes fitness goes on the backburner.
Sometimes business does.
Sometimes social life.
Sometimes romantic relationships.
Not forever—just for now.
Most people try to keep everything on high heat.
That’s how you burn the meal.
That’s how you burn yourself.
Don’t do that.
Rotate.
Prioritize.
Know what needs high heat now, and what can simmer for a bit.
This isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom.
Don’t be afraid to use the backburner.
Just make sure you come back to it when the moment’s right.