Bad relationship Quote by John C. Maxwell
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“I say this in the book [Today Matters], we either spend our day repairing or preparing, and if I haven't taken good care of my today's, they accumulate. So all of a sudden today what I'm doing is I'm going back, I'm repairing bad relationships and wrong decisions, and I'm digging a hole. I'm not making any progress because I'm in a repairing mode, versus if I really make today count that prepares me for tomorrow. Tomorrow really will take care of itself if I do the right thing today.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Today Matters, 2004, self‑help guide
He contrasts repairing past mistakes with preparing for future, urging proactive daily actions that build tomorrow
In simple terms: Focus on preparing today rather than fixing yesterday
Key Takeaway
Act today to shape tomorrow
Themes
productivity
future‑orientation
self‑improvement
Mood
motivational
practical
Type
self‑help
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Work planning
- relationship repair
- health routines
- goal setting
Key Concepts
Time management
habit formation
Questions to Reflect On
- What daily habits prepare you for tomorrow?
- How can you shift from repair mode to preparation mode?
A Different Perspective
Repairing can become a trap if not balanced
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