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.
A race, like an individual, lifts itself up by lifting others up.
To do nothing is the way to be nothing.
In life, winning and losing will both happen. What is never acceptable is quitting.
Work requires effort. Things we love to do feel effortless. Only do the things you love and you'll never have to work again.
I always say: a run in the morning is like eating a fruit a day - it chases he doctor away. It is good for your mind.
If you would attain to what you are not yet, you must always be displeased by what you are. For where you are pleased with yourself there you have remained. Keep adding, keep walking, keep advancing.
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