“Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time' is like saying, 'I don't want to.” - Lao Tzu. Western culture often demands us to live a linear life of progress. But reminding ourselves of the cyclical nature of life can slow things down, and take control of the pace of our own life.

You have to assemble your life yourself, action by action. Squirrels bury many nuts, knowing not every specific treasure will be unearthed. But if they keep scattering enough effort around, they'll be rewarded in time.