I'm retiring because there are more pleasant things to do than beat up people.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker announces retirement stating that beating people up is less pleasant than other activities.
- In plain terms
- I am retiring because beating people up is not pleasant.
- What can you take from it?
- Retire when activities stop being pleasant.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is it time to stop?
- What do you prefer over work?
Another view
It simplifies complex career decisions to personal preference.
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