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Pursue what is meaningful, not what is expedient from "summary" of 12 Rules for Life by Jordan B. Peterson
Life is full of choices. Some of these choices may lead to immediate gratification, while others may require sacrifice and hard work. But the question we must ask ourselves is: which path should we choose? Should we pursue what is expedient, what is easy, what brings us instant pleasure? Or should we pursue what is meaningful, what is fulfilling, what gives our lives purpose and direction?Choosing the expedient path may seem like the easier choice in the short term. It may offer us temporary relief from discomfort or stress. It may provide us with immediate pleasure or satisfaction. But in the long run, this path will leave us feeling empty, unfulfilled, and lost. Pursuing what is expedient may satisfy our immediate desires, but it will not give our lives meaning or purpose. On the other hand, choosing to pursue what is meaningful may require us to make sacrifices. It may demand hard work, discipline, and perseverance. It may not always offer us immediate rewards or gratification. But in the end, this is the path that will lea...
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