The Homerun Fallacy is a term I came up which speaks to how we look to hit homes in life rather than being content with merely staying in the game. Aspiring to stay in the game is less sexy and doesn't make for retweet worthy sound bites. But it does bring one more attainable goals and peace of mind, longer-term. Some could see it as lowering the bar, but I see it as expanding your bar options. Focusing on playing the game gives you a more nuanced experience. Or more reward options that extend far beyond hitting the ball over the wall or running the basses.
This can certainly be applied to be a musician. It’s not just about having a hit record or playing with the most popular players at the top venues, but learning all that you can from the recording experience or being excited to perform. Expect nothing, gain everything. It seems too simple. Yes, it is simple, but it's very difficult to do. We’ve convinced ourselves that happiness only awaits us on the other side of the wall. In most cases, we simply need to open our eyes and experience fully the side we're on.
The next time you’re at that proverbial plate, smell the air, admire the green, lose yourself in the music of the cheering crowd. Focus on your swing, not the consequence of hitting the ball correctly. Be in the moment. Or, just be.
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