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Part Five: Truth for the Family to achieve the best result possible. We must not be lazy, procrastinate, or be discouraged by obstacles. 3. Natural Limitations. Unfortunately, acting on the right objective to the fullest possible extent does not always guarantee success. We should apply the appropriate degree of effort, - not too much and not too little - so that the effort does not cause any harm. Once more, if we scrub the collar and cuffs 100 times, we may in fact put holes in that shirt. Another example: Some people extend themselves too far by working too hard without getting enough rest, thereby ruining their health. Long hours at the office with no time to rest or meditate are a recipe for pending doom. On top of this, they may work on borrowed funds, risking their own future and someone else's money. Their hard work may hurt them physically and financially, as they are not considering their own limitations properly. Therefore, to achieve the right outcome, we must meet the three criteria: a.) Know the objective, b.) Put forth the right effort, and c.) Realize your natural limitations. The conditions outside of ourselves: Even when are able to focus on our objective, give it our full effort, and stay within our limitations, there are still two outside conditions that can influence the outcome. 1. Timing. If we plant a banana seedling today, can we expect to eat the banana tomorrow? Of course not! Family Day By Day 129 The Law of Kamma