What gets done consistently gets done.
Things need to get done. Big and small. Each little thing contributes to the big thing we want.
If something needs to get done, it needs to be worked on. There’s no escaping it. It can be avoided, put off, or shoved in a drawer. The longer we wait, the heavier it feels.
We procrastinate because we don’t know the smallest step toward what we want. We simply don’t know where to start, so we do nothing until a deadline pressures us into action.
But quality doesn’t come from a single moment of perfection—it comes from consistency.
Progress Over Perfection
We often want things to be right from the start. But there is no “right.” There is only the act of creating, doing, and moving forward. The world doesn’t need perfection—it needs our work. When we put something out into the world, whether it’s art, music, an invention, or an idea, all we can ask is, What do you think of what I made?
The world will answer. It always does. But we can’t get that feedback until we take action.
The Power of Small, Daily Effort
If something matters, work on it every day—even if it’s just for fifteen minutes. This small commitment builds momentum and removes the emotional resistance that leads to procrastination.
James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, suggests asking:
What is the two-minute version of the task you’re avoiding?
This question is powerful because it bypasses the irrational emotions—fear, worry, doubt—that keep us stuck. The trick is to start. Set a timer. Begin where you know. The more you do, the less resistance you’ll feel the next time.
Done is Better Than Perfect
Perfection is an illusion. The greatest accomplishment isn’t flawless execution—it’s simply finishing. Done is better than perfect because done moves you forward. Once something is complete, you can refine it. Improve it. Start again.
This lesson applies to all endeavors. The key to progress isn’t inspiration or motivation; it’s consistency. Small, daily actions compound into significant results.
So, whatever you’ve been putting off, take the first step. Set a timer. Work on it for fifteen minutes. Then, begin again tomorrow.
Because what gets done consistently gets done.
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