231102 What I learned in my studies this morning 3*

I'm forcing myself.
Three days of lackadaisy.
Still a day behind.

Today's Meditation(s):

If I pursue people's admiration, I am chasing a dragon I cannot guide.  What happens is not up to me and I have no control over it.

If I choose to act wisely and virtuously, I am properly focused on my sphere of influence and can succeed, no matter what happens in the outside world.

And, if I do this well enough, others' praise will follow naturally.

But here's the point: why on Earth should I care?