I'm going to go home and walk my dog and hug my wife, and maybe get a good Mexican meal and a stiff margarita and a full night's sleep, ... And then I'm going to go right back to FEMA and continue to do all I can to help these victims.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker balances personal relaxation with a commitment to return to work helping victims.
- In plain terms
- He plans to rest but will return to help victims.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal rest and professional duty can be balanced.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do leaders sustain effort in crises?
- Is balance possible in emergencies?
Another view
The quote presents an ideal balance that may not be feasible for all.
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