My quote for this week’s Thought of the Week is:
“Do it like you mean it, or don’t do it at all!”
We’ve all been there. There’s something needs to be done, and we don’t want to do it. So we weigh up the options.
Is it really essential to do it?
If the answer to this is no, then simply don’t do it.
However, if the answer is yes and it must be done, then why not do it properly?
I always find if I do something half-assed one of several things happen:
It takes forever because I am procrastinating and dragging my feet.
It has to be re-done because it didn’t get done properly the first time.
It doesn’t get done properly, but I make do because I don’t want to do it again and then I berate myself because it’s rubbish.
Something goes wrong, making it take even longer and be even more of a chore, because I wasn’t really paying attention or I missed out part of the process.
None of these are favourable outcomes, so why not just suck it up and get on with it properly the first time?
I tell myself this over and over again and I think it’s finally starting to sink in.
For all I’ve done it myself, it still drives me absolutely crazy when I see someone else doing something half-assed. This quote is what I feel like yelling at them. I usually manage to hold back from actually yelling it, but that’s what I’m doing in my head.
From now on, I am going to take my own advice and do it properly (the first time) or not do it at all.
And yes, I may well yell this quote out loud when it is directed at me.
Whenever I feel like cutting a corner, or procrastinating, I will remember the way I feel when I see someone else doing that and the eye roll it makes me do. I will also try and remember that the quicker I just get it done like I mean it, the quicker it is gone for good.
Do you tend to try and cut corners when faced with a task you don’t want to do or you just get on with it? Any tips for anyone who struggles with completing tasks they hate? Let me know in the comments 🙂
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Since I was younger I was always taught that if you’re going to do something then do it right the first time…cause if I didn’t…my mother was sure to make me do it over. It’s carried on into teaching my kids the same way. I hate anything (especially chores) done half-assed! This is why it takes me over an hour to clean a bathroom. Bathrooms, as much as I hate cleaning them, I just know that they must be disinfected thoroughly. It’s an OCD thing. 💌Trista
It’s a good tradition to pass down. I have a thing about bathrooms having to be disinfected properly too. I also hate doing it but I love the way it looks when it’s done 🙂
I feel this way about most things! I am a procrastinator myself but when there is something I know needs to be done, or something I know I want to do, I go all in. Like with my blog, when I was deciding if I should go self-hosted or not, I knew I was already making a long term commitment to my blog so I figured why not go all the way? That’s what I did and I don’t regret it. Love it! #candidcuddles
I’m like that if it’s something I want to do, it’s the stuff I don’t want to do but have to that I tend to mess around with. Glad you don’t regret it!
Oh my goodness– wait till next week’s Candid Cuddles! I drafted my quote post, and my message is so much the same. I couldn’t agree more, Deb. My parents raised me to put my best effort into anything that’s worth doing. It’s a complete waste of time to do something half-assed. Why do it if it’s not done right?! #candidcuddles
Ooh great minds think alike and all that! Mine did too, but I think I sometimes slip into bad habits which I’m trying to kick.
Yes, this is definitely good advice. I do mostly do this if I’m doing something. But I am awful for procrastination and avoidance. Visiting from #weekendblogshare
Thank you 🙂 Procrastination is my worst thing. I can suddenly find 100 pressing things I have to do on social media when a task crops up I want to put off lol!
I have been subconsciously living this quote for awhile. If I’m not going to give it my all, why waste the time. So I give it my all and call it a day =)
I’m trying to live it now! Love the way you worded this comment, it’s true it’s just a waste of time if you don’t give it your all 🙂
Oh this is such a great quote and something I have learned recently. I hate ironing but when faced with a pile, I have learned to just get on and do it properly or, I will end up doing it again. I have to admit, I have said this to my girls from time to time too X
Thank you 🙂 Yes, it just ends up even more of a chore! I’ve said it to people too lol x
I was always taught this too – but it’s so difficult when you have a task that you just don’t want to do or can’t get in to. Sometimes I know that if I keep going, it will click (eventually) but if I go into it with the wrong attitude, then I set myself up to fail. Attitude is clearly my problem here!
I do try to do things properly but I agree, it can be a struggle if your heart isn’t in it. Just wanted to let you know, I feel your pain, and I will also attempt to take your advice! The sentiment is so true and my father drummed this into me – so why is it so hard!
I think attitude is my problem too – usually thinking about whatever it is is worse than actually doing it, but if I’ve built it up to dread it, that’s when it all goes wrong. It really is hard! If you find the secret let me know lol!
A fab quote Debbie. I totally agree with this one! sorry I didn’t get a chance to link up to your linky this week, it;s been crazy and I was preparing for my op which ended up getting cancelled. Your quotes always inspire! Will be pinning this 🙂 Angela
No worries Angela, sorry to hear your op was cancelled! It’s awful when you’ve took the time to mentally prepare yourself and then this happens. Thank you 🙂
I think this is a really good point. Some tasks are painful but you might as well make the most of it & do a good job. One task that drives me crazy is putting away the Christmas decorations. I’d love to just throw them into a box & be done but I take the time to organize it so it will be easier for me next Christmas. Thanks so much for linking up lovely x
Thank you 🙂 I’m with you on that one, I hate putting them all away but if they aren’t in the right boxes, it spoils putting them back up which I love. Thanks for hosting x
I am a massive believer in this. My husband is more of a ‘do everything half-arsed’ kinda guy. (Shhhh!) If I do something I do it well or properly!
Lol, sometimes I wish I could be like your hubby and still be happy with the outcome but it will never work for me!
I am such a procrastinator but when I eventually get round to doing whatever it is that I need to do I do it properly! Thanks for linking up to #HappyDaysLinky x
I love procrastinating lol 🙂 I try to do everything properly but it’s hard for the duller things! Thanks for hosting x
I have been living a bit like this quote this week – I have been tidying and sorting and doing it properly. The difference putting all my efforts in has made all the difference.
Thank you for sharing in #HappyDaysLinky x
It really does make a difference – makes it faster and you can see results when you’re finished 🙂 Thanks for hosting x