The only thing I want to sponsor is cancer, and cancer can be beaten. Not any other product. And I hope nobody tries to use me, because I won't let them.
Terry FoxRead
Twenty-six miles is now my daily minimum.
Interpretation
The quote reflects a commitment to perseverance and setting ambitious goals.
Terry Fox, a Canadian cancer research activist, emphasizes the importance of setting and achieving personal goals, no matter how daunting they may seem. By stating that twenty-six miles is his 'daily minimum', he showcases not only his physical endurance but also his relentless spirit in overcoming challenges and inspiring others to push their own limits.
In practice
During a motivational speech, I would quote Terry Fox to encourage the audience to set high personal goals.
The only thing I want to sponsor is cancer, and cancer can be beaten. Not any other product. And I hope nobody tries to use me, because I won't let them.
Who would have thought it would be possible to run across Canada on one leg, eh? I wanted to try the impossible and show that it could be done.
Even if I don't finish, we need others to continue. It's got to keep going without me.
If youβve given a dollar, you are part of the Marathon of Hope .
I bet some of you feel sorry for me. Well don't. Having an artificial leg has its advantages. I've broken my right knee many times and it doesn't hurt a bit.
I've said to people before that I'm going to do my very best to make it, and I'm not going to give up. And that's true. But I might not make it. And if I don't make it, the Marathon of Hope better continue.
If you're sad, add more lipstick and attack.
Quite apart from anything else, my experience is trying to change things for the better makes you feel better, healthier. Humans are communicative animals: when you do good in a community, the benefits eventually get back to you.
Confidence allows you to progress in something you're attempting to accomplish, whether it's playing basketball or baseball or whether it's trying to succeed in business.
A man who waits to believe in action before acting is anything you like, but he's not a man of action. You must act as you breathe.
You musn't be afraid to dream a little bigger, darling.
Sometimes our best is simply not enough.... We have to do what is required.
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