Not Tired

by Brian Lee
Apr 23, 2024. Version 2.3

A short essay by Brian Lee. I wrote this for myself as a reminder. This essay is continuously updated as I gain more insights. I hope it helps you too.

It's been a long day.

When you have big dreams, it just takes that many more steps to achieve them. But remember, you thrive when faced with "the impossible." You even built a career out of it.

    It is too early to quit. You have so much more to give. You must persist over your fears and commit to your goals, whatever it takes, if not today, then tomorrow. Take another step.

    Have patience. Patience is not idling. It gives opportunities time to shine. In other words, patience to opportunities is what wood is to a small fire.

Now is the time.

Many have achieved success you desire with hard work and perseverance. Everything is manageable with effective time management. Focus, commit and spend your time wisely.

    Implement Getting Things Done to manage time and reclaim mental capacity. Small commitments are the key, one thing at a time. You've done it, seen it, felt it. It works.

You are not tired.

You would rather do something else, something more comfortable, something less mentally and physically demanding. But at what cost? Remember that you are driven and hungry.

    Don't indulge in excuses. If it's important to you, it's worth doing. Otherwise, it means that something else has a higher value and priority. Always stay in action.

Don't forget to love.

You push hard for the freedom to love everyone and everything important in your life. Love to be loved. Love the small moments and victories. Have time to love anything and everything.

    Love the opportunities you are given and be thankful for them. You have longed for this moment to achieve the full potential. Be grateful for challenges that expand your mind. Do not lose the sight of the gift you are given.

Today always ends.

We all need a break from hard work. Maybe, today ends earlier than yesterday. Recharge to be your best again tomorrow.

References

  • Allen, David. 2015. Getting Things Done: the Art of Stress-Free Productivity, Revised Edition. New York, New York: Penguin Books.