We are generally in too great of a hurry! We can neglect crucial details in our effort to get our work done. Sharpening our ax should not be postponed to a more convenient time. You might still be able to work with a dull instrument, but your labor will become increasingly difficult and time-consuming.
How do you “sharpen your ax?” By taking care of yourself. By getting proper rest. By maintaining a healthy diet and schedule. By learning and growing personally and professionally. While this can sometimes seem to be a luxury for those who face demands on their time, it will pay large dividends over time.
Many a person has set out with their work in a flurry of activity. But, over time,they slowed their pace and eventually quit in exhausted discouragement. They swung their ax mightily at the outset but could barely lift it by the end. If you want to still be swinging your ax powerfully years from now, don’t neglect to sharpen it today.