Good morning lovely people. How are you all doing? As for me, I am doing okay. Happy to share that I’m getting use to by new IT role and still learning a lot. And of course, Texas is still hot, lol. So now let’s get into today’s conversation with something yummy to drink.
We often look at successful people—the accomplished artist, the thriving entrepreneur, the world-class athlete—and assume there’s some grand, singular secret to their achievements. We imagine a moment of genius, a lucky break, or a superhuman talent that propelled them to the top.
But what if the truth is much simpler?
The quote by Robert Collier reveals a powerful, yet often overlooked, principle: “Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.”
The Myth of the “Overnight Success”
The idea of “overnight success” is a beautiful myth. What we don’t see are the years of early mornings, late nights, and the quiet, persistent work that happens behind the scenes. We see the final product, the polished result, and not the thousands of individual actions that built it.
Think of it like building a house. A house doesn’t appear overnight in a single, magical moment. It’s the sum of laying one brick at a time, day after day. Each brick might seem insignificant on its own, but together, they form a strong and lasting structure.
Your goals—whether they’re professional, personal, or spiritual—are no different. They are built with consistent, small efforts.
- Want to write a book? It’s not about writing a masterpiece in a single sitting. It’s about writing one page, then another, and another, day after day.
- Want to get in shape? It’s not one heroic workout. It’s the daily choice to move your body, to eat a little better, and to stay consistent.
- Want to build a business? It’s the daily effort of making one more phone call, sending one more email, and solving one more problem.
The Power of Small Steps
The most liberating part of this idea is that it doesn’t require superhuman strength or a perfect plan. It simply requires consistency.
Small efforts are manageable. They don’t overwhelm you with the pressure of perfection. They allow you to build momentum and create habits that will carry you through periods of low motivation. When you focus on the small, daily tasks, you are quietly but powerfully building something great. You are accumulating progress, one effort at a time.
So, the next time you feel discouraged by the size of your goal, remember this simple truth. You don’t have to conquer it all at once. Just choose to take one small step today. And another one tomorrow. And another the day after that.
Because success isn’t about one giant leap; it’s about the consistent, daily sum of all those small, faithful steps. So don’t give up and one day you will see that all those consistent days were not in vain. So until next time have a beautiful, blessed day and bye for now!
-Kenya
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