The beginning don't matter. The end don't matter. All that matters is what you do in between...the greatest reward is to know that you did your job when you were here on the planet.
Interpretation
Focus on your actions in the present rather than the past or future.
This quote emphasizes the importance of the present moment and the actions we take during our lives. It suggests that we should prioritize what we do while we are alive, rather than worrying excessively about beginnings or endings, as the true fulfillment comes from knowing we have made a positive impact in the time we have.
In practice
During a motivational speech to inspire students.
In life, there's the beginning and the end. The beginning don't matter. The end don't matter. All that matters is what you do in between – whether you're prepared to do what it takes to make change. There has to be physical and material sacrifice. When all the dust settles and we're getting ready to play down for the ninth inning, the greatest reward is to know that you did your job when you were here on the planet.
The bottom line is, if you stay home, your message stays home with you. If you stand for justice and equality, you have an obligation to find the biggest possible megaphone to let your feelings be known. Don't let your message be buried and don't bury yourself.
How can you ask someone to live in the world and not have something to say about injustice?
If you are unsure of a course of action, do not attempt it. Your doubts and hesitations will infect your execution. Timidity is dangerous: Better to enter with boldness. Any mistakes you commit through audacity are easily corrected with more audacity. Everyone admires the bold; no one honors the timid.
People might not get all they work for in this world, but they must certainly work for all they get.
Inside of a ring or out, ain't nothing wrong with going down. It's staying down that's wrong.
I learned the power of 'no.' No is really important. Entrepreneurs are told to say 'yes, yes, more, more.'
Instead of being afraid of the challenge and failure, be afraid of avoiding the challenge and doing nothing
A goal properly set is halfway reached.
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