QuoteProject
My faith is so strong that I believe that God made me 5-11 for a reason. For all the kids that have been told, no, that they can't do it, or all the kids that will be told no.
Russell Wilson
ShareWTF𝕏

Interpretation

What this quote means

This quote emphasizes the power of faith and perseverance in the face of adversity.

Russell Wilson expresses a deep belief that his height of 5'11'' is part of a greater plan, intended to inspire others who face rejection or doubt. His words encourage those who have been dismissed or told they cannot achieve their dreams to remain hopeful and determined, reinforcing the idea that personal challenges can lead to greater purposes.

Themes

FaithPerseveranceInspirationOvercomingChallenges

In practice

Example use cases

During a motivational speech to young athletes.

More from Russell Wilson

My dad used to wake me up at 5:30 in the morning and hit me ground balls and tell me, 'Don't be afraid to excel. Don't be afraid to be great.'
Russell WilsonRead
I truly believe in positive synergy, that your positive mindset gives you a more hopeful outlook, and belief that you can do something great means you will do something great.
Russell WilsonRead
I had this urge to play the game of football because so many people said I couldn't do it.
Russell WilsonRead

Similar quotes

When I started out I was a failed actor.
David MametRead
The will to succeed is important, but what's more important is the will to prepare.
Bobby KnightRead
If there's a job to be done, I always ask the busiest man in my parish to take it on and it gets done.
Henry Ward BeecherRead
I'm not a genetically superior person. I built my body.
Sylvester StalloneRead
I've come to believe that everything worth achieving is beyond one's capacity - or seems so at first. The thing is to persist, not back off, fight your fight, pay your dues, and carry on. Effort is all; continue and you may get there despite everything.
Elia KazanRead
The struggle to the top alone will make a human heart SWELL.
Albert CamusRead

A little wisdom, now and then

Subscribe for the occasional hand-picked quote. No noise.