How Do You Think?

How Do You Think?

Do you find yourself thinking in short, simple words but crafting long, winding sentences? Or maybe your thoughts come as complicated lines tangled with many ifs and buts? The longer your sentences grow, the harder your brain works to find connections between ideas. Eventually, the original thought gets lost in the maze of words. It’s a common experience—how many times have you started with a clear idea only to lose track as your explanation stretches out?

Our ancestors understood this well. That’s why proverbs became such an important part of their storytelling and wisdom sharing. Proverbs are short, sweet, and powerful. They deliver a message clearly and memorably, making sure that important lessons aren’t lost in confusion. Unlike long-winded explanations, a well-crafted proverb sticks in your mind and often becomes a guiding light through life’s challenges.

I’ve heard it said, “Write a good proverb, and your name will live forever.” That idea fascinates me. Proverbs capture the essence of human experience in just a few words, immortalizing wisdom across generations. One proverb I cherish is: “Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” It feels like a simple sentence, but it carries a profound truth.

Motivation is like the sun rising in the morning—bright, inspiring, full of promise. It fuels your initial excitement to start something new. But just as the sun sets and the night falls, motivation fades. It’s fleeting, unreliable if you depend on it alone. Habit, on the other hand, is like the steady rhythm of day and night—constant and dependable. It’s the quiet engine that keeps you moving forward when motivation ebbs away.

When I think about writing, this proverb resonates deeply. Some days, motivation shines brightly, pushing me to create and explore new ideas. Other days, motivation feels distant, hidden behind distractions or tiredness. It’s in those moments that habit becomes my anchor—the discipline of sitting down, putting words on the page, and trusting that steady effort will lead to progress.

So, I’m learning to embrace both: to celebrate motivation when it comes and to build habits strong enough to carry me through the days and nights when it doesn’t. That’s the balance between the spark that starts the fire and the steady flame that keeps it burning.

Here is the link of my first book which is a result of gathered motivation.  I am hoping to build a habit of it.  I will let the time tell tales.

One Hundred Quotes for Thoughts eBook : Engineer, The Mind: Kindle Store