Much of reaching any goal is to take one step at a time. Putting one foot in front of the other is not hard, it's just slower than what people want to do when they need to climb out of a hole. Patience is required. I should know this because every morning I walk. I get through with my 1.2 mile walk by putting one foot in front of the other—everyday. So, the image of a walk through life is probably the best one. From the last valley to the next mountain top is simply made by taking one step, then another, even if one has to rest along the way. The next mountain top is still reached. The last valley was a lot farther from the mountain top than this one, so this one should be a breeze. The next step starts tomorrow at 6:30 AM. I'll be there.
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i liked it, but im me, so... while walking or, taking it slow for anything, may be good sometimes, time is a luxury some do not have. sometimes you have to run, jump, sprint, skipp, or drive to your destination. or take a plane, its faster. slow and steady doesnt always win the race. when you set a goal, it may take more then cookie cutter actions to accomplish it.
yes, i know your point was that you can reach your goals no matter what, but its the metaphor of a morning walk that i disagree with you on.
Well... i agree. Well, mostly. Yes, i do believe in walking one foot in front of the other through life. I think many people run so fast that they trip hit the ground and have to start all over again, but i guess i see Nathans point too. Carpe Diem! Sometimes you just have to run out there and enjoy life for what it is. Life is short so I guess you just have to walk some, run some, but just make sure you balance where you don't trip and fall!
Ah, yes, "carpe diem..." While there is an appeal for the idea that people can race through life, exemplified by movies such as the Mission Impossible series and the High Velocity series, it doesn't account for much in life's activities beyond the sensation of excitement. But, what works in the tough places of life. One does not race back when recovering from drug addiction, alcohol consumption, divorce, loss of job, bankruptcy, death of loved ones. "Bouncing back" is a real misnomer for the tough places in life. Sprinting does not provide solid progress or recovery. A step at a time does (sometimes two steps, but seldom).
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