First tell yourself what kind of person you want to be, then do what you have to do. For in this to be the case. Those in athletic pursuit first choose the sport they want, and then do that work. —Epictetus, Discourses, 3.23.1-2a

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May 2nd: Be the person you want to be
Ryan Holiday, The 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living

An archer is highly unlikely to hit a target she did not aim for. The same goes for you, whatever your target. You are certain to miss the target if you don't bother to draw back and fire. Our perceptions and principles guide us in the selection of what we want- but ultimately our actions determine whether we get there or not.

So yes, spend some time- real uninterrupted time- thinking about what's important to you, what your priorities are. Then, work toward that and forsake all the others. It's not enough to wish and hope. One must act- and act right.

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The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom Perseverance and Art of Living

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