Yukala,
I loved that quote:
“The only thing that comes by no effort is decay”
When I feel crotchety and hard done by at having to make yet another effort, I'll look at your quote (which I'm putting on my office wall) and smile.
Gay Hendricks said that some people are strongly motivated if they move TOWARDS a goal, while others operate better if they MOVE AWAY from something they strongly don't want. This quote marries both polarities: when I make an effort I take a step away from decay and towards my goal.
I hope you don't find this "muddled" too!
Adieu,
French Claire