The first man grumbles, "" For him, the goal is just a repetitive task to get through the day.

A traveler comes across three men working on a construction site. He asks each of them what they are doing.

Like the story of the boy climbing the mountain, goals are reached by taking small, manageable steps every day and celebrating those minor victories to maintain confidence. Goals Only Work When You Do! - Inspirational Stories

Because the ground had been so thoroughly tilled, they grew the most bountiful crop the village had ever seen.

Having a high-level vision (the "Cathedral") makes even the smallest, most mundane tasks (the "Bricks") feel meaningful. When your goals are tied to a larger purpose, you are more likely to stay motivated through the grind. 2. The Treasure in the Field: Process vs. Result

They found nothing. Frustrated, they decided to at least plant seeds since the soil was already turned.

An old farmer, worried that his three lazy sons wouldn't work after he passed, told them on his deathbed that a was buried somewhere in their fields.