Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Work steadily

Take a breath, calm down, get the job done. It may not be the most pleasant activity, you’d probably prefer to be doing something else, but there will be time for that later.

Right now, focus on the task at hand. Don’t dally and stretch it out, don’t rush and invite mistakes, just work steadily, mindfully and yes, even cheerfully.

The time will pass, and you’ll make the necessary progress. Rather than mentally fighting the effort, embrace it, respect it, and see it through.

Just because your task in this moment is not the most glamorous, fulfilling one, doesn’t mean the whole world is out to get you. Do it well, do it diligently, without undue angst or complaint, and get it done.

Before long you’ll have it behind you. Choose to arrive at that point thankfully rather than miserably.

Peacefully let go of tension and resentment, take satisfaction in mastering your attitude and intention. You’re doing good work, soon you’ll have it done, and that’s a great place to be.

— Ralph Marston

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