If you don't come walking back to the pits every once in a while holding a steering wheel in your hands, you're not trying hard enough
Mario AndrettiRead
Love what you do. Believe in your instincts. And you'd better be able to pick yourself up and brush yourself off every day.
Interpretation
Pursue your passions and trust yourself while being resilient in the face of challenges.
This quote emphasizes the importance of loving your work and trusting your instincts as you navigate life. It highlights the need for resilience, encouraging individuals to recover quickly from setbacks and maintain a positive attitude in their daily pursuits.
In practice
In a motivational speech for entrepreneurs, this quote can inspire them to trust their instincts.
If you don't come walking back to the pits every once in a while holding a steering wheel in your hands, you're not trying hard enough
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Ask yourself every morning, βhow can I increase my service today?β
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