On our track to success, we have to fight the tendency to look at others and see how far they've come. The only thing that counts is how we use the potential we possess and that we run our race to the best of our abilities.
Denis WaitleyRead
There is no such thing as an average runner. We are all above average.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Every individual has unique strengths that make them exceptional, especially in their pursuits.
Hal Higdon's quote suggests that there is no baseline for being 'average' in running or any endeavor; instead, it emphasizes the idea that everyone possesses unique qualities that elevate them beyond mediocrity. This perspective encourages individuals to embrace their own abilities and recognize that each person's journey is distinct, leading them to satisfaction and achievement regardless of comparisons to others.
Themes
AverageRunnerAboveMotivationSelf-Esteem
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about personal development.
Similar quotes
A battle won is a battle which we will not acknowledge to be lost.
Ferdinand FochRead
Don't be afraid of failure, be afraid of not trying in the first place.
Marie ForleoRead
Coach Graham rode you pretty hard, didn't he?" he said. I could barely muster a "yeah." That's a good thing," the assistant told me. When you're screwing up and nobody says anything to you anymore, it means they've given up on you.
Randy PauschRead
I was well motivated. What I wanted to do was work for myself. I had twenty two jobs before I started my business at the age of twenty three and I didn't want one more boss telling me what to do. So I was motivated simply because I didn't want a boss.
Barbara CorcoranRead
The pitcher has got only a ball. I've got a bat. So the percentage in weapons is in my favor and I let the fellow with the ball do the fretting.
Hank AaronRead