Nothing is more important than the return. Nothing.
There is a wonderful Japanese proverb that captures the importance of ‘the return’ quite simply: “Fall down seven times, get up eight.”
Going for a run is easily accomplished. Waking up the next day sore and tired and choosing to run again is a bit more of a challenge. The return.
Sitting down and pounding the first several hundred words to a novel is simple. Sitting down day after day until it’s finished is a rarity. The return.
Dieting for one day is fairly easy. Maintaing the diet long enough to see the results you want is an effort. The return.
Returning is the key to success. The more often you return the better the results, and the more quickly they’ll be obtained.
Starting is essential. Start small. But returning regularly is the key. Focus on the return. It will pay off.
Returning also sends a message, “I’m serious about what I want to accomplish.” It lets everyone know you have just stepped away from dabbling and hobbies. It also sends a message to others about your character and mindset. People who return are the leaders, the visionaries, the few who accomplish much.
Making a return at any task or goal builds momentum and carries over to other ventures.
Where do you need to return?
It won’t be easy to return, especially if it’s been awhile, but it will be worth it.
Nothing is more important than the return. Nothing.
Kelly Croy is a chalk artist and keynote speaker.
He has entertained and amazed audiences across the nation
including corporations, schools, churches, conferences,
and anywhere people come together to be entertained and inspired.
Please consider booking Kelly for your next event.
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