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.
The majority of players are looking for reasons to fold. I am looking for reasons to play.
Motivations are too tangled and complex.
Believe me, I'm much easier to be around when we win than when we lose.
I just try to play every game like it's Game 7 of the NBA Finals.
You get what you think about, whether you want it or not. Commit to thinking about what you want, rather than how impossible or difficult that dream may seem.
Some give up their designs when they have almost reached the goal; while others, on the contrary, obtain a victory by exerting, at the last moment, more vigorous efforts than ever before.
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