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Books · 2018

The hard part is getting to that point, because the ticket to victory often comes down to bringing your very best when you feel your worst.

— David Goggins ‧ Can't Hurt Me

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The speaker argues that the real challenge is reaching the moment of success, and that winning often depends on giving your best effort at your lowest. Excellence is measured by performing well when exhaustion, doubt or discomfort make it hardest to do so.

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