Your sentiments and tone are 'spot on'.
Like the doctor that told the blonde who was 'hurting all over' because every place she touched hurt....
Honey, you have a broken finger.
A prelude to more doctorly advice: If it hurts, don't do it. In other words.....
There are several ways to skin a skunk. Why not try 'em all. And if you have a limited inventory of options, then you need to change your OC.
Every game is different, every opponent is different, every beachhead is different. Offense can't always be a blunt instrument. Sometimes precise carving is required.