“Amateurs sit and wait for inspiration, the rest of us get up and go to work”
— Stephen King
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Some people wait around for a great idea to just come to them before they start doing anything. However, others don’t wait. They get up and start working, trusting that inspiration will come while they are already making an effort. Think of a writer: a beginner might sit at their desk, waiting for the perfect story idea to just pop into their head, but a more experienced writer will start writing anything, knowing that the act of writing will help generate ideas. This approach is useful in everyday situations too. For example, if you want to get fit, don’t wait until you feel motivated. Start exercising, and you will likely find motivation as you see progress. The key is to take action first and not wait for the perfect moment to start.
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Action Dedication Discipline Hard work Inspiration Motivation Persistence Productivity Success Work ethic
