“Take Pains, To”
To make a laborious effort; to take assiduous care. The use of “pains” for “troubles” dates from Shakespeare’s time and survives mainly in this cliché (and in the adjective painstaking). “Yet much he praised the pains he took, And well those pains did pay,” wrote Sir Walter Scott (Marmion, 1808).
🎉 Dive Deeper:
Related Expressions, Synonyms, and Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- Exert oneself: Like your own personal gym session for resilience.
- Go the extra mile: Channeling your inner marathoner, minus the sweaty bib.
- Put in the effort: Not just good intentions, real elbow grease.
Antonyms:
- Slack off: The couch potato’s manifesto.
- Cut corners: The speed demon’s handbook.
- Take it easy: All-inclusive vacation for the mind.
Humorous Quotes:
“If hard work is the key to success, most people would rather pick the lock.” — Claude McDonald
“I am so clever that sometimes I don’t understand a single word of what I am saying.” — Oscar Wilde
Related Proverbs and Sayings:
- No pain, no gain: Artfully tattooed across gym enthusiasts everywhere.
- Rome wasn’t built in a day: And allowing for union breaks, it probably took a bit longer.
- Patience is a virtue: Usually recited just when you’re ready to lose yours.
Recommended Literature and Media:
Books:
- “Outliers” by Malcolm Gladwell: Discover the 10,000-hour rule of painstaking effort.
- “The War of Art” by Steven Pressfield: Waging an epic battle against laziness.
Movies:
- “The Pursuit of Happyness” (2006): Will Smith portrays the raw struggle and eventual triumph.
- “Rocky” (1976): More sweat than a sauna convention, but hey, he’s a champ.
Songs:
- “Hard Day’s Night” by The Beatles: Because working like a dog is iconic.
- “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor: Perfect soundtrack while taking literal or metaphorical pains.
As you take pains to explore new expressions, may your journey be filled with enlightening knowledge and inspiration. Remember, every great accomplishment begins with diligent effort. Keep striving!
~ E. L. Effortly, October 2023
