Quote by Joan Borysenko

...the story of a man who saw three fellows laying bricks at a new building:He approached the first and asked, What are you doing?Clearly irritated, the first man responded, What the heck do you think I'm doing? I'm laying these darn bricks!He then walked over to the second bricklayer and asked the same question.The second fellow responded, Oh, I'm making a living.He approached the third bricklayer with the same question, What are you doing?The third looked up, smiled and said, I'm building a cathedral.At the end of the day, who feels better about how he's spent his last eight hours?

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Summary

This quote illustrates the importance of having a sense of purpose and seeing the bigger picture in one's work. The three bricklayers all have the same task of laying bricks, but their perspectives differ greatly. The first bricklayer conveys a sense of frustration and resentment towards his job. The second bricklayer views his work merely as a means to earn a living. In contrast, the third bricklayer understands the significance of his work and finds fulfillment in the grander vision of building a cathedral. This story highlights the difference in attitudes and how having a sense of purpose can positively impact one's satisfaction and fulfillment in their work.

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By Joan Borysenko

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