The first line of Meditations 3.13 has the line doctors have their instruments and scalpels always at hand to meet sudden demands for treatment. Think of a checklist for doctors with medical procedures. Does your to-do list seem to be growing out of control? Perhaps your tasks have gone from manageable to seemingly overwhelming. Daily, we are presented with obligations that shape our actions. Despite our best efforts, laziness can slowly creep into our routine and prevent us from being productive.