Excellence Quote by Karen Joy Fowler
““The secret to a good life, he once told me, 'is to bring your A game to everything you do. Even if all you're doing is taking out the garbage, you do that with excellence.' - We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves””
About This Quote
Source Novel: We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves, 2013
Excellence should be applied to every task, no matter how mundane, as a habit of high standards.
In simple terms: Do everything well, even small chores.
Key Takeaway
Treat all work as an opportunity for excellence.
Themes
work ethic
excellence
mindset
Mood
motivational
pragmatic
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- daily chores
- professional projects
- learning new skills
- volunteering
Key Concepts
habit formation
personal mastery
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you maintain quality without stress?
- Which tasks deserve your best effort?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can cause burnout; balance is needed.
