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Effort vs Bare Minimum

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There’s a difference between effort… and the bare minimum.
The bare minimum keeps things going.
Effort builds something real.
Effort is consistency.
Effort is thoughtfulness.
Effort is choosing someone — even when it’s not convenient.
Don’t confuse attention with effort.
27 Mar 7AM English South Africa Music Commentary · Society & Culture

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