The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools.

As for a limit to one's labors, I, for one, do not recognize any for a high-minded man, except that the labors themselves should lead to noble accomplishments.

You shall, I question not, find a way to the top if you diligently seek for it; for nature hath placed nothing so high that it is out of the reach of industry and valor.

From his understanding of wealth and poverty came his understanding of labor and capital, which led him to the solution of trusteeship based on the belief that there is no private ownership of capital; it is given in trust for redistribution and equalization. Similarly, while recognizing differential aptitudes and talents, he holds that these are gifts from God to be used for the collective good.

Be aware that the reward for labour, and quantity of labour, are quite disparate things.

People have to go through trials and tribulations to get where they at. Do your thing - continue to rock it - because obviously, God wants you here.