Every kid around the world who plays soccer wants to be Pele. I have a great responsibility to show them not just how to be like a soccer player, but how to be like a man.
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I've come to accept that the life of a frontrunner is a hard one, that he will suffer more injuries than most men and that many of these injuries will not be accidental.
Interpretation
Being a leader often comes with challenges and intentional hardships, as opposed to the ease many might assume.
This quote by Pele reflects the reality that those who take on leadership roles or are seen as frontrunners often endure more challenges and difficulties than others. These struggles are not merely random occurrences but are often a part of the journey, requiring resilience and a strong spirit to navigate the injuries—both physical and emotional—that accompany such a path.
In practice
In a motivational speech about overcoming obstacles in leadership.
Every kid around the world who plays soccer wants to be Pele. I have a great responsibility to show them not just how to be like a soccer player, but how to be like a man.
The more difficult the victory, the greater the happiness in winning.
No individual can win a game by himself.
I played for Santos at 16, and we had an excellent team, so it helped a lot. And then I played for Brazil at the Maracana against Argentina. So I get more experience. This was one year before the World Cup, and it made a lot of difference.
You must respect people and work hard to be in shape. And I used to train very hard. When the others players went to the beach after training, I was there kicking the ball.
I played futsal growing up in Baurd. In futsal you need to think quick and play quick so its easier for you when you move to normal football.
Things have dropped from me. I have outlived certain desires; I have lost friends, some by death... others through sheer inability to cross the street.
How many on their deathbeds wished they'd spent more time at the office - or watching TV? The answer is, No one.
What about a man who sits down to wonder Why life has cheated him? Thinks about his situation Hangs his head and cries Will we pretend, his problems don't exist? He's reaching out for help-will we selfishly resist? What about your brother? He's crying What about your brother? He's dying What about your brother?
Life's pretty tough . . . you're lucky if you live through it.
I used to get out of bed sometimes and feel depressed and watched a lot of reruns on TV to get over it. I should have allowed myself to be a little more human and not worry about trying to be a superwoman.
I love my life, because I’ve seen my purpose.
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