Doing things or going through things that are not particularly enjoyable has a world of benefits for the average individual. Immediately, the fortitude² produces character. In the long run, things fall into place. At the time, the bothersome task seems worrisome, but it builds strength, leading to self-improvement and comfortable lifestyle, and eventually a merry heart for what was endured.

Constantly, conquering the daily routine establishes and inner strength. This creates a foundation, making everything that is laid on top seem much easier and more beneficial. The student, for instance, usually does not like to trudge³ to class on a daily basis with his nose in the books and sit through lecture after lecture. But he does, and it pays off with every little step. Friday's class comes a lot easier than Monday's class comes. The second year is better than the first. The four-hour study session gradually becomes like the two-hour one was before. All in all, the endurance levels increase, both physically⁴ and mentally, and the tasks are faced head-on, with a mind-set labeled as character. These immediate¹ benefits have a long-term result, as well.

Over time, from repeatedly doing what one hates to do, for the sake of future success, he starts to reap his harvest from all of the seeds of hard work sown. This may be experienced in a number of ways, namely a better job, more money, a nice house, and vertical⁵ mobility⁶. The constant application produces a force that moves problems and barriers. From here, better job offers roll in, all spiraling from the insistence⁷ on doing what has to be done, whether enjoyable or not. Corporate⁸ professionals in middle management exemplify this principle. They work without stopping, taking every small assignment in stride, until they can finally look back from an angle of repose⁹. But the process does not stop there.

Usually, success at any level will be furthered by completing the necessary menial tasks. At times, the period of reward may seem very distant, but the time of benefit will come, perhaps even gradually. Then hopefully, one will have the luxury to look back and reflect. Then, he may even say, ”I made it.”