Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don't move.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Focus on precision and the goal; the target doesn't change.
- In plain terms
- Throw accurately because the target stays still.
- What can you take from it?
- Precision matters more than external factors.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is your main target?
- How do you maintain focus?
Another view
External factors sometimes do change and require adaptation.
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