Average is balance tbh. Ones that "excel" at one field usually fail to in the other fields or aspects of life. If it's from a strong sense of purpose and drive then fine but if it's from a will to please others, then it's nothing but killing your happiness.

I like to ask myself, "Why?" before I do something. And if I can't find a compulsive enough answer, I won't do it.

Excellent article George!