Don't Miss an Article
Join thousands of other innovators receiving our newsletter.
When the Work Feels Trivial
- John Miller
When the work feels trivial
This task may be small,
but it serves a larger purpose.
In doing it fully,
I return to presence.
In presence,
I find meaning.
Not every task feels inspiring.
Sometimes it's routine. Repetitive. Thankless.
But the size of the task doesn’t define its meaning.
This Gatha offers a subtle shift:
from dismissing the task to inhabiting it fully.
It reminds us that presence transforms even the smallest actions.
We don’t have to fake passion.
Connect the trivial to the bigger purpose.
Return to the moment.
That’s where meaning quietly lives.
📥 Share this Gatha with someone who needs a reminder that their small efforts matter.
Visit the full Gathas@Work collection: https://learn.agileclassrooms.com/blog/categories/mindful-gathas-at-work
Enjoyed this post? Let’s keep going.
Whether you're leading a team, managing a product, or transforming a classroom, I have resources to help you work smarter and get real results.
Click below for what works for you:
Free Resources
More Articles
Engaging Workshops
About John
Hey, I’m John. I help leaders, educators, and product innovators work smarter and build things that matter.
I cut through the noise to bring modern methods that actually work. Whether it’s leadership, product management, or education, the goal is the same—less friction, more impact. No fluff. No jargon. Just real-world insights to help you get better, faster.
💡 What You’ll Get Here:
✔ Smarter ways to lead and collaborate without the micromanaging
✔ Fresh, no-nonsense takes on modern work and education
✔ Tools and tactics to make work easier, faster, and more effective
Work doesn’t have to be chaotic.
Let's connect!