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Stop Making Excuses

We are hiding behind the logic and reasoning we give to ourselves for being unproductive or non-committed to our pursuits, most of which are pure excuses.

We need to make things simple and get into action mode, understanding that our mind is showing resistance, wanting to stay distracted. Our actions during challenging times define who we are, and bring direction to our lives.

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