292. Are you in earnest? 

We all have a vast reservoir of energy, yet we rarely use it to its full potential. Those who don't use their energy often lead ordinary lives. It can take years for them to realize that their lives lack purpose and meaning. As we age, we regret missed opportunities and unused potential. This realization often comes too late. 

Unlocking our potential demands effort and a well-defined strategy. Initially, it's essential to identify our life goals, which involves deep self-reflection. This process helps us recognize our strengths, allowing us to develop clear long-term visions. Once these are established, we can focus our energy on taking targeted actions.

All day today, I kept remembering Goethe’s golden words and was really worried as the age is catching up with me. It has happened to me often for the last two years. 

The lines are -

“Are you in earnest? Seize this very minute:

 What you can do, or dream you can, begin it;

Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it.

Only engage, and then the mind grows heated;

Begin, and then the work will be completed.”