"The truth is that throughout my careers in both chess and the martial arts, I often knew that my rivals were more naturally gifted than me - either with their mental machines or their bodies. But I have believed in my training, my approach to learning, and my ability to rise to the challenge under pressure."

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Joshua Waitzkin

#Art Quotes #Careers Quotes #Challenges Quotes

“To be more involved and more aware is appealing to me.”
“I'm good at my job for a midwestern American. Maybe it's because people in fashion often mistake common sense for genius. I mean, some model walks down the runway in an impossible outfit, and I state the obvious ? no one is going to wear that ? and people are like, you're brilliant!.”
“Its better to wear out than to rust out.”
“I grew up watching my mom in the kitchen, that's how I know anything about cooking. I've always wanted to go to a culinary class actually.”
“Most of all, I want you to know without a doubt that I've got your back. And your front. And your sides. I've got all of you and I'm not letting go.”
“Can I smoke now without someone taking my picture?”
“Being, not doing, is my first joy.”
“All one needs is a computer, a network connection, and a bright spark of initiative and creativity to join the economy.”

Source : Anthony D. Williams, Don Tapscott (2011). “Wikinomics”, p.22, Atlantic Books Ltd

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