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"The Cathedral Wall" (The 3 Bricklayers Story)

February 01, 20251 min read

👌💎 Do you see challenges as obstacles, or as stepping stones to something greater?

👉Here is an interesting old story that teaches the importance of perspective, purpose, and mindset in work and life.

📌 "The Cathedral Wall" (The 3 Bricklayers Story)

A traveler saw three bricklayers at work and asked each what they were doing.

1. The first bricklayer replied, “I’m laying bricks,” with little enthusiasm.

2. The second said, “I’m building a wall,” sounding more engaged.

3. Finally, the third bricklayer, working with purpose, smiled and said, “I’m creating a magnificent cathedral that will inspire generations to come.”

👌The traveler realized the difference in perspective. The first saw only the task, the second saw a larger goal, and the third understood the deeper purpose behind his work.

👉Lesson: Perspective shapes how we approach life. When we appreciate the bigger picture, everything has a greater meaning.


🏆💪 It's not what we do, but how we do it that defines us.


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Keep shining and keep smiling ✨️✨️ 

Have a super powerful day 🏆

Natalie O'Rourke 💞

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Natalie O’Rourke is the founder of Success Mindset Club and creator of the Rise Into Freedom™ framework. Once a young mum at rock bottom, she made the choice to rise, to learn, and to grow — a decision that transformed her life and inspired her mission. Today, she helps new entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and side-hustlers cut through overwhelm and build businesses that feel simple, aligned, and free. Through her step-by-step Rise Into Freedom™ system, Natalie blends mindset, strategy, and supportive tools to guide others toward clarity, confidence, and lasting success.

Natalie O'Rourke - creator of the Rise Into Freedom™

Natalie O’Rourke is the founder of Success Mindset Club and creator of the Rise Into Freedom™ framework. Once a young mum at rock bottom, she made the choice to rise, to learn, and to grow — a decision that transformed her life and inspired her mission. Today, she helps new entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and side-hustlers cut through overwhelm and build businesses that feel simple, aligned, and free. Through her step-by-step Rise Into Freedom™ system, Natalie blends mindset, strategy, and supportive tools to guide others toward clarity, confidence, and lasting success.

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