I always think the most romantic books or films are the ones where the romance doesn't happen, because it makes your heart ache so much watching it.
Natalie PortmanRead
I'm tough on myself in terms of the standards I want to live up to, but that's also part of my pleasure: Knowing you are being your fullest self. Being your fullest self is a lot of work.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of setting high standards for oneself as a source of fulfillment, despite the challenges it entails.
In this quote, Natalie Portman reflects on the dual nature of self-imposed standards. While she acknowledges that striving to be her 'fullest self' requires significant effort, she finds joy and satisfaction in rising to those challenges. This emphasizes the idea that personal growth and authenticity can be rewarding, even if they demand hard work and dedication.
In practice
In a motivational speech about personal development.
I always think the most romantic books or films are the ones where the romance doesn't happen, because it makes your heart ache so much watching it.
But I love you I'm totally and completely in love with you and I don't care if you think it's too late. I'm telling you anyway.
Our generation has the ability and the responsibility to make our ever-more connected world a more hopeful, stable and peaceful place.
I also feel I'm a positive role model by not putting my education on hold.
The good news is we have the technology and the tools to alleviate poverty on a global scale. All that is standing in our way is education and will.
It scares me to think that one day I'm not going to be in school anymore.
What strikes me every single time is that the aspirations of Indians are unique and unparalleled. They're very demanding, regardless of background.
The best motivating is self-motivating. The guy says, "I wish someone would come by and turn me on. "What if they don't show up? You've got to have a better plan for your life."
I was ahead in the slalom. But in the second run, everyone fell on a dangerous spot. I was beaten by a woman that got up faster than I did. I learned that people fall down, winners get up, and gold medal winners just get up faster.
I got knocked down. Anybody could be knocked down, anybody can be knocked out, but it's not what happened, but what happens next.
Act enthusiastic and you will be enthusiastic.
No matter what business you're in, you can't run in place or someone will pass you by. It doesn't matter how many games you've won.
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