Avoid Excess

Praying mantises are considered beneficial to a garden.

They will devour many of the pests that are likely to harm other plants.

Yet, it is known that these creatures do not discriminate between the insects that are good

from those that are destructive and can end up eating anything in sight.

In our lives, this is a reminder to avoid too much of a good thing.

You may enjoy a good meal; however, overindulging in food can lead to obesity.

Too much of a substance may lead to addiction.

In fact, binging on most things can be harmful.

Avoiding excess means doing things in moderation.

Pace, limit, and control yourself so that you can appreciate the best of life without overdoing it. (S. Finelli)