<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://www.getmotivation.com/images/action-difference-maker.png" width="238" height="323" alt="Action is the difference maker" class="alignleft" />“I can’t do this anymore!” The words ringed in my ear over and over again. “I’m too tired. I need to take a break. Besides, I&#8217;ve done enough already.” Rationalizations poured out of me like vomit. With every sentenced, my back dropped lower into my chair.</p>
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