'I actually enjoy the pain. That's what gives me the fire inside to get up and keep going.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- McNair says he finds motivation and energy from the pain he experiences during play.
- In plain terms
- Pain fuels his drive to keep playing and pushing forward.
- What can you take from it?
- Adversity can be used as fuel for perseverance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What motivates you to keep going?
- How do you use challenges?
Another view
Gloryfying pain can lead to ignoring necessary recovery.
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