Morris frames life not as a fixed identity but as an ongoing creation—something drafted, tested, and refined over time. By calling it a “masterpiece,” he implies both ownership and intention: you are not merely living through circumstances, you are shaping a coherent whole from scattered experiences.
That metaphor also carries a practical implication: masterpieces are rarely first attempts. Just as an artist returns to the canvas after seeing what doesn’t work, a person can revisit habits, environments, and commitments once their real effects become clear. [...]
