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Henry David Thoreau

Are You Busy for a Reason—or Just Busy?

5 July 2025 by Jen Waller
A polished wooden desk with a laptop partially in frame. In front of it lies a leather-bound notebook, a gold and black fountain pen, and a brass compass. Overlaid on the image is the quote: “It is not enough to be industrious; so are the ants. What are you industrious about?” (Henry David Thoreau)

Effort can look impressive—but where’s it pointing? This reflection asks what your busyness is serving, with questions to help you realign with what truly matters. Continue reading →

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Coaching Quote of the Day 21st November 2014

21 November 2014 by Jen Waller

“It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.” (Henry David Thoreau)

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Coaching Quote of the Day 2nd August 2014

2 August 2014 by Jen Waller

“The language of excitement is at best picturesque merely. You must be calm before you can utter oracles.” (Henry David Thoreau)

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Coaching Quote of the Day 28th June 2014

28 June 2014 by Jen Waller

“The price of anything is the amount of life you exchange for it.” (Henry David Thoreau)

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Coaching Quote of the Day 16th June 2014

16 June 2014 by Jen Waller

“You must not only aim right, but draw the bow with all your might.” (Henry David Thoreau)

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Coaching Quote of the Day 2nd June 2014

2 June 2014 by Jen Waller

“This world is but a canvas to our imagination.” (Henry David Thoreau)

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Coaching Quote of the Day 16th December 2013

16 December 2013 by Jen Waller

“Time is but the stream I go a-fishing in.” (Henry David Thoreau)

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Coaching Quote of the Day 16th October 2013

16 October 2013 by Jen Waller

“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” (Henry David Thoreau)

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