Philosophy

Life is not a marathon but a series of sprints

Arda Kukul

27 Apr 2024 — 1 min read

I thought an article cannot consist only of a title, so I should write something to support it. However, I believe it is self-explanatory.

I heard this wonderful idea while I was reading a book named “Impact”. Life, indeed, may seem like a marathon while forcing us to perceive itself as a series of sprints.

There are times to push. There are times to reflect. There are times to push again.

The one who does this most consistently will win.

Anything he wants.

As long as he keeps pushing.

He keeps reflecting.

He keeps playing.

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