We humans are more concerned with having than with being.
Morgan FreemanRead
Fatigue, discomfort, discouragement are merely symptoms of effort.
Interpretation
Challenges are a natural part of putting in effort and should not deter us.
In this quote, Morgan Freeman emphasizes that feelings of fatigue, discomfort, and discouragement are normal responses to exertion and effort. Instead of viewing these sensations as negative, they should be recognized as indicators of progress and a necessary part of achieving goals, encouraging perseverance in the face of challenges.
In practice
In a motivational speech about overcoming obstacles in a sporting event.
We humans are more concerned with having than with being.
Freeman denied the claim that he was a βman of Godβ, saying that βthe question of faith is whatever you actually believe is. We take a lot of what we're talking about in science on faith; we posit a theory, and until it's dis-proven we have faith that it's true. If the mathematics work out, then it's true, until it's proven to be untrue.
I do know there are a lot of people who seem to be in my corner, and that's, of course, wonderful. I'm really more interested in the nomination than in the award, because I think the nomination just puts you within a group of outstanding actors.
Don't be afraid of what you want. This is your time. The barriers are down.
Donald Trump is the Honey Boo Boo of rich people.
Dr. Martin Luther King is not a black hero. He is an American hero.
It's a sure thing that you'll not finish if you don't start.
Nothing will stop us. The road to the stars is steep and dangerous. But we're not afraid . . . Space flights can't be stopped. This isn't the work of one man or even a group of men. It is a historical process which mankind is carrying out in accordance with the natural laws of human development.
Ambition and love are the wings of great actions.
In the inner city, there's a mentality that the government owes you something. My breakthrough came when I stopped feeling sorry for myself and took responsibility for every part of my life. No more pity parties. I've gotta love me more than anybody else loves me.
There is no straight line to a dream.
Be relentless in your pursuit for expansion.
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