--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I'm in a position to work on good things…" description: "\"I'm in a position to work on good things. I've worked on shitty projects, in the past. But, it is what it is. I'm just taking it as it comes.\" — Jeremy..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/150/jeremy-luke-32361_good-thing_i-m-in-a-position-to-work-on-good-things_837108.jpg" --- # I'm in a position to work on good things. I've worked on… ![“I'm in a position to work on good things. I've worked on shitty projects, in the past. But, it is what it is. I'm just taking it as it comes.” quote by Jeremy Luke](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/150/jeremy-luke-32361_good-thing_i-m-in-a-position-to-work-on-good-things_837108.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/150/jeremy-luke-32361_good-thing_i-m-in-a-position-to-work-on-good-things_837108.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/150/jeremy-luke-32361_good-thing_i-m-in-a-position-to-work-on-good-things_837108.jpg) > “I'm in a position to work on good things. I've worked on shitty projects, in the past. But, it is what it is. I'm just taking it as it comes.” [Jeremy Luke](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/jeremy-luke/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Accepting past poor work and current circumstances without complaint, focusing on moving forward. **In simple terms:** Accept past work, stay present. Key Takeaway Embrace the present, let go of regret. Themes acceptance resilience mindset growth Mood thoughtful optimistic Type motivational reflective When to use this quote - career transition - project management - daily routine - stressful periods Key Concepts mindfulness self-compassion adaptability Questions to Reflect On - What can you learn from past projects? - How can you stay present while improving? 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