3-2-1: On daily discomfort, the power of acting early, and life's greatest pleasure

“Many of our habits and beliefs are learned from those who raised us. Which family story are you unconsciously repeating and reenacting? How can you rewrite the script to liberate yourself and the next generation?”

Ancient philosopher Laozi reminds us of the power of acting early:

“Deal with the difficult while it is yet easy;

Deal with the great while it is yet small.”

Source: Tao Te Ching ​​​​

Essayist Charles Lamb on generosity:

“The greatest pleasure I know, is to do a good action by stealth, and to have it found out by accident.”

Source: Table Talk by the late Elia

“Focus on the seeds, not the trees. What seeds are you planting today?”

Should the whole day feel difficult? No, I don’t think that’s necessary. But a good day — a meaningful and fulfilling day — requires small moments of discomfort. Growth demands discomfort. We need something to push against to learn how strong we can become.”