Driving 100 miles per hour gets you to your destination faster but does not let you fully experience what you drove through. How fast are you going through life? Are you just trying to quickly pass through and arrive safely?
Pitfalls:
If you are just passing the time but not learning from your experience, you will not gain much in the end. If you are racing through life, everything will be a blur. Do you go, go, go and push yourself exerting adrenalin? Or are you using artificial stimulants like coffee or energy drinks, etc., to keep yourself going even more? Either way, you are wearing yourself out which is cutting off your longevity. This is far from being balanced and moving with good energy at a harmonious pace. Recognizing the significance of your experiences is what counts. Slowing down to smell the roses makes all the difference.
Solutions:
Your ambition sets the pace. The more motivated you are the more action you are ready for. You can go as fast as you want as long as you do not lose control. If things start to get out of control, hold the reins and slow down to a comfortable level so you can be aware of everything taking place. You are in charge. Make the going count and do not waste your time rushing and losing sight of what is important.