The regret on our side is, they used to say years ago, we are reading about you in science class. Now they say, we are reading about you in history class.
Neil ArmstrongRead
Start at the end and work back.
Interpretation
Begin with your goals and plan backwards to achieve them.
This quote by Neil Armstrong emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision of your end goals before undertaking any task. By starting with the end in mind, you can create a structured plan that leads you directly to your desired outcome, ensuring that every step you take is purposeful and aligned with your ultimate objectives.
In practice
In a motivational speech about achieving professional goals.
The regret on our side is, they used to say years ago, we are reading about you in science class. Now they say, we are reading about you in history class.
Pilots take no special joy in walking: pilots like flying.
Here men from the planet Earth first set foot upon the Moon. July 1969 AD. We came in peace for all mankind.
I'm substantially concerned about the policy directions of the space agency. We have a situation in the U.S. where the White House and Congress are at odds over what the future direction should be. They're sort of playing a game and NASA is the shuttlecock that they're hitting back and forth.
I believe every human has a finite number of heartbeats. I don't intend to waste any of mine.
I am, and ever will be, a white socks, pocket protector, nerdy engineer.
I made a conscious decision not to tell anyone in my life. Now I tell people - don't tell anyone your idea until you have invested enough of yourself in it that you are not going to turn back. When a person has an idea at that conception moment it is the most vulnerable - one negative comment could knock you off course.
I shall be well enough when I get to Kentucky or Alabama. The tonic I need is the tonic of opposition. That always sets me on my feet.
If you're willing to put yourself and your dreams on the line, at the very least you'll discover an inner strength you may not have known existed.
Once you're back on your feet - if you ever make it back on your feet - that's the ultimate achievement. I remember I was in New York at the Trump Hotel and I woke up and I just knew I was over it. It was a different day. I felt different. I didn't feel lonely. I felt like I wanted to get up and be in the world. That was a great, great feeling.
My experience has been that work is almost the best way to pull oneself out of the depths.
Hard work doesn't start during the game. Hard work starts the night before.
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