I often feel swamped too mate! So many ideas and things i want to do as an artist, but regular life and work are always in the way! Only really this year have i started pushing for gigs, which always end up in me trying to prep the night before and stressing about my routine, which kills the fun of doing what you love. All i can say is keep practicing, listen to as many styles of music as you can when you get the chance, and if you figure out a plan that works, let me know! lol