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The Dual Nature of Patience: Balancing the Long Game and Urgency | by Steve Prompt | Medium

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Things do not change overnight; why does it always take years for change to occur? As a child, I often pondered what my adulthood would be like dreaming of a life where I could do anything I desired. Like many of us, I grew up, and disillusionment set in. I gained what they call “maturity” but lost many things, including spontaneity. However, one question has always lingered in my mind: Why does everything take so long? Consider the realm of online business, where there are two camps: One claims to make you financially independent in just three months, earning $10,000 per month within this short timeframe. The other advises having a long-term vision, suggesting that it may take a decade to reach that $10,000 monthly milestone and achieve happiness. I acknowledge that the first group is unrealistic, but I tend to favor them. This preference stems from my belief that what I deserve today will surely change in a few years. Life evolves — I might meet someone, we might live together, have

The Dual Nature of Patience: Balancing the Long Game and Urgency Steve Prompt 4 min read · Sep 13, 2023 -- Listen Share Things do not change overnight; why does it always take years for change to occur? As a child, I often pondered what my adulthood would be like dreaming of a life where I could do anything I desired. Like many of us, I grew up, and disillusionment set in. I gained what they call “maturity” but lost many things, including spontaneity. However, one question has always lingered in my mind: Why does everything take so long? Press enter or click to view image in full size Consider

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