(Un)healthy obsessions – a particular challenge for people with many interests

“What should you do when you want to do everything? Everything!” — Barbara Sher Do you have too many passions to pick just one? You're not alone. Join a community of multipotentialites like you—where curiosity is celebrated and every interest finds a place. What You’ll Get – Inspiration from diverse projects and ideas – Practical tools to manage your passions without overwhelm – New perspectives and meaningful connection with like-minded, curious people This Meetup Includes 1. Celebrate Your Passions Share a project or idea you’re working on - whether it’s art, science, writing, business, or something completely different. Finished or in progress, everything is welcome. It’s all about inspiring and being inspired. 2. Discover Multipotentialite Hacks This month’s topic: “(Un)healthy Obsessions – a Particular Challenge for People with Many Interests” When something fascinates you, do you sometimes dive in so deeply that everything else temporarily disappears? For multipotentialites, intense curiosity can be a superpower. A new subject, project, skill, or idea can become completely absorbing—fueling rapid learning, creativity, and unexpected expertise. But when does passionate immersion become an unhealthy obsession? And how do you know when it’s time to step back, switch focus, or let go? We’ll explore how to make the most of intense interests without letting them take over: how to distinguish productive hyperfocus from unhealthy fixation, how to maintain balance while following your curiosity, and whether an “obsession” might sometimes be exactly what a multipotentialite needs to turn curiosity into mastery. 3. Explore Diverse Perspectives Exchange ideas with people from different backgrounds and fields -from art, science, philosophy, entrepreneurship, personal growth, and beyond. Different interests and experiences often lead to unexpected insights, new connections, and fresh ways of looking at things Join Us! Curious? Come join us for an evening of connection, creativity, and real talk. No need to be an expert or have read any books—just bring your curiosity and your willingness to share or listen. Want to dive deeper before we meet? Check out Emilie Wapnick’s TED Talk: “Why Some of Us Don’t Have One True Calling"