“Any idiot can face a crisis; it’s this day-to-day living that wears you out.”

Simplified Meaning:

Dealing with big emergencies can be tough, but often, it is the routine, everyday tasks that really make us tired. For example, think about a firefighter who is trained to handle big fires. When there’s a fire, everyone knows what to do and they act quickly. But the firefighter also has to deal with waking up early, cleaning equipment, and doing paperwork every single day. These small things, while not as dramatic, can actually be more exhausting because they never stop. Similarly, in our own lives, handling a sudden problem like a car breaking down can be easier than managing the small stresses of daily life—like commuting to work, paying bills, and doing household chores. Over time, these constant, routine tasks can drain our energy more than occasional big events. To manage this, it's important to find ways to make daily life more enjoyable, take breaks, and remember to rest, so we don’t get too tired from the ongoing routine.