18th September, 1970; Jimi Hendrix dies. I'm still on the football team when I get the news. So I take my helmet off and confront the coach to tell him I'm quitting the team. In a moment of brilliance he gives me one look and says 'OK'.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A pivotal moment of passion led to a significant life change.
- In plain terms
- He quit football to pursue music after a news event.
- What can you take from it?
- Follow your passion even when it means quitting.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did you choose passion over duty?
- What risk are you taking?
Another view
Quitting can have long-term consequences.
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