It’s not
about
the satisfaction
of doing something difficult.
It’s not
about
the ability
to say “I did that.”
It’s not
about
the pride
in not giving up.
It’s not
about proving
a point
to anyone.
It’s not
about
seeking validation
from others.
It’s not
about collecting
accolades
and trophies.
It’s not
about
comparing yourself
to someone else’s journey.
It’s not
about
the destination
nor the journey itself
The best thing
about
hard work
is completing
the task
just like reaching
the end
of this list.
Daily writing prompt
In what ways does hard work make you feel fulfilled?
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I really hate talking about myself, but if I have to...
I’m K.L. McDaniel, the person behind TheOtherKLM. I’m an introvert with extrovert moments, a fitness-minded person fighting later-age fat, and someone trying to keep life somewhat organized without pretending it isn’t a mess.
Here, I write about the things I keep coming back to: movement, mental health, learning, self-awareness, and the strange little contradictions that make people interesting. I’m not here to act like I have everything figured out. I’m here to think through it, laugh when possible, and maybe find a little balance in the middle of the clutter.
So, that’s me. More or less.
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