“It is far easier to start something than it is to finish it.” ― Amelia Earhart

It takes courage to start something. Beginnings contain good intentions. We rarely begin something thinking, as we do, that we’ll give up when it gets difficult. The challenge is that we usually underestimate the energy & effort it’ll take to complete anything. However, we also underestimate the impact giving up will have on our self-esteem. When we fail to finish something we care about doing, it matters more than we might think. Every time we quit we’re dismissing our desires & breaking our word with ourselves, thus inflicting a double wound on our spirits. The trick is not to start things lightly, be it a novel or an exercise class, & not say “yes” before you realise what it will entail. You’ll feel a lot better if you only start a few things but always finish them. Knowing you can trust & rely on yourself is a great thing indeed.

Pic: more beautiful costumes at the Venice Carnival