The fact I had my father as an adversary was such a powerful tool to work with. I subconsciously fought him to the degree that I drove me to be one of the most successful musician in the world.
George MichaelRead
I have to believe that somebody up there thinks I've still got some work to do.
Interpretation
The quote expresses hope and determination to continue contributing and making a difference.
In this quote, George Michael conveys a sense of purpose and motivation, suggesting that despite challenges or doubts, there remains an inner belief or external support prompting him to persist. It reflects the idea that one's journey is not yet complete and that there are still meaningful endeavors to pursue, reinforcing the value of enduring faith in oneself and one's potential to impact the world.
In practice
In a motivational speech to encourage teamwork and persistence.
The fact I had my father as an adversary was such a powerful tool to work with. I subconsciously fought him to the degree that I drove me to be one of the most successful musician in the world.
I know I have a very self-destructive tendency since my mother died, I have got to be honest.
I'm not stupid enough to think that I can deal with another 10 or 15 years of major exposure. I think that is the ultimate tragedy of fame... People who are simply out of control, who are lost. I've seen so many of them, and I don't want to be another cliche.
It's the ones who resist that we most want to kiss, wouldn't you say?
The whole business is built on ego, vanity, self-satisfaction, and it's total crap to pretend it's not.
Because of the media, the way the world is perceived is as a place where resources and time are running out. We're taught that you have to grab what you can before it's gone. It's almost as if there isn't time for compassion.
There is a basic law that like attracts like. Negative thinking definitely attracts negative results. Conversely, if a person habitually thinks optimistically and hopefully, his positive thinking sets in motion creative forces - and success instead of eluding him flows toward him.
I don't lose any sleep at night over the potential for failure. I cannot even spell the word.
Having an exciting destination is like setting a needle in your compass. From then on, the compass knows only one point - its ideal. And it will faithfully guide you there through the darkest nights and fiercest storms
I am focused on the work. I am constantly creating. I am a busy girl. I live and breathe my work. I love what I do. I believe in the message. There's no stopping. I didn't create the fame, the fame created me.
I was the second-best player in high school. I was the second pick in the draft. I've been second in the MVP voting three times. I came in second in the Finals. I'm tired of being second. I'm not going to settle for that. I'm done with it.
There is no substitute for hard work.
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