We had visceral, rich memories of dull, interminable hours. Then a day would pass in perfect harmony with our projects, our family members, and our coworkers, and we couldn’t believe we were getting paid for this.

Joshua Ferris
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This is a good reminder to each of us. Whether we are working, studying, or even working out, we need to remember that our dreams and goals are the reasons why we work hard. When we see that our efforts are not in vain and that we can reach our dreams, we will feel more motivated and excited about the future.

Source: Then We Came To The End

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