"Better one's own dharma, though imperfectly performed, than the dharma of another well performed. Better to die in one's own dharma; the dharma of another is fraught with peril."
Modern explanation
When the day pushes against you, remember: An imperfect life that is truly yours beats a polished life borrowed from someone else.
Practical application
Do the work even when motivation has left the room. Discipline is borrowed motivation.
Reflection question
What would I do if I knew this work was preparing me for something I can't yet see?