Everything you do matters, but everything you don’t do matters just as much.

Consider Michael Jordan, arguably one of the greatest athletes in history. He often took issue with people suggesting his success was due to genetics. In fact, it was Michael’s failure that drove him to work harder in high school, after he didn’t make the varsity team as a sophomore. 

That was the first of many failures throughout his storied career. Every missed shot, every injury, every game loss fueled the fire within him to do better, work harder, and aim higher. 

He routinely practiced three to five hours a day, six days a week. He played every game to win, even in practice. Rather than quitting when faced with adversity, he embraced failures and disappointments, and focused intently on everything he needed to do to become the best in his sport.

Every little thing you do (or don’t do) steers life onto a slightly different course. How hard are you willing to work to live the life you choose? 

Today’s Peace of Wisdom can be found in choosing a strong work ethic.