Ratchet- to cause something to rise or fall as a step in a steady and irreversible process.
Every action, every step, every word, every habit we choose to form is progress towards an end. Individually, each click may seem incidental. But collectively, they're noticeable...they turn the ratchet. Laziness is made up of many apathetic acts. So are hard work and generosity. If we want to change which way the ratchet is turning, we first need to attend to the clicks. What is each one for? Who is it for? Who does it serve?
The ratchet is going to turn. Fortunately, we have a choice which way to turn it. Choose wisely.