Accidents are unsuspected and hated, but they are part of life. When you are fitted in a racing car and you race to win, second or third place is not enough. You must take the compromise to win, or else nothing. That means: you race or you do not.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Accidents are unavoidable in life, but winning requires total commitment in racing.
- In plain terms
- Accidents happen, but to win you must risk everything.
- What can you take from it?
- Commit fully to your goals or do not attempt them.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What risks are you willing to take?
- Is winning everything?
Another view
Pursuing victory at all costs can be dangerous.
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