We're our own worst enemy. You doubt yourself more than anybody else ever will. If you can get past that, you can be successful.
Interpretation
Self-doubt is often the biggest barrier to success, and overcoming it is key to achieving your goals.
In this quote, Michael Strahan emphasizes the importance of overcoming self-doubt, which he views as the primary obstacle we face on the path to success. He suggests that our harshest critic is often ourselves, and by conquering this internal struggle, we open the door to achieving our true potential and realizing our goals.
In practice
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to encourage individuals facing challenges.
No matter how loud the stadium is, once you're on that field and that offense walks up to the line, it's silent. You can only hear the guys on the field. It's amazing how much concentration you can have when it's required and how powerful your mind is to give it to you.
You know, you want to win and you want a ring. But when you win and you get the ring, you never really wear it.
It's not easy to do morning TV. A lot of people think you just show up and be yourself, but one of the hardest things to do is be yourself when the camera comes on.
My ultimate goal is for that next generation coming up, who didn't see me play, go, 'Oh, he used to play football?'
Someone should keep reminding Mr. Average Man that he was born free, divine, strong; uncrushable by fate, society, or hell itself; and that he is a child of God, equal heir to all the bounties of God; and that goodness is riches, kindness is power, and freedom is glory. Above all, every man is born with an inner capacity to take him as far as his imagination can dream or envision-providing he is free to dream and envision.
Some gems for the greatest of them all
Don't be afraid to assert yourself, have confidence in your abilities and don't let the bastards get you down.
Progress begins with the belief that what is necessary is possible.
No horse gets anywhere until he is harnessed. No stream or gas drives anything until it is confined. No Niagara is ever turned into light and power until it is tunneled. No life ever grows great until it is focused, dedicated, disciplined.
It is better to be lonely than allow people who are not going anywhere keep you from your destiny.
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