A Rusting Bicycle Chain Left Out in the Rain

True momentum is rarely born from sudden bursts of dramatic enthusiasm. Instead, it is cultivated in the quiet, unglamorous moments when motivation is absent and only discipline remains. By lowering the barrier to entry and focusing on small, imperfect repetitions, we build resilience against burnout. Acknowledging that fatigue is part of the process rather than a failure of character allows us to keep moving steadily forward, even when the path ahead feels heavy and uninspiring.