Business Quote by Natalie Goldberg
“After you have finished a piece of work, the work is then none of your business. Go on and do something else.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Writing Down the Bones by Natalie Goldberg, 1986
After finishing a task, detach and move on to the next activity rather than lingering.
In simple terms: Finish work, then let it go.
Key Takeaway
Release completed work, start something new.
Themes
productivity
detachment
focus
Mood
relaxed
motivated
Type
advice
reflective
When to use this quote
- project completion
- creative pursuits
- daily chores
- learning new skills
Key Concepts
mindfulness
task completion
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you know when to stop?
- What new activity energizes you after finishing?
A Different Perspective
You may miss learning from reviewing your work.
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