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I'm human -- all I do is try to do my job. When I don't do…

“I'm human -- all I do is try to do my job. When I don't do it, the way it happened today, it's out of my control. He put the ball in play and it happened to find a hole. I wish I could take it back, but I can't. You move on.” quote by Mariano Rivera
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“I'm human -- all I do is try to do my job. When I don't do it, the way it happened today, it's out of my control. He put the ball in play and it happened to find a hole. I wish I could take it back, but I can't. You move on.”

Mariano Rivera

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He acknowledges personal responsibility but also accepts that some outcomes are beyond control, urging forward movement.

In simple terms: Accept responsibility but recognize limits, keep moving forward.

Key Takeaway

Own your actions, let go of what you can’t change.

Themes

responsibility acceptance resilience

Mood

reflective determined

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • career setbacks
  • team sports
  • personal mistakes
  • unexpected events

Key Concepts

control theory mindfulness sports psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you control in a difficult situation?
  • How do you recover after a mistake?
A Different Perspective

Ignoring external factors can lead to blame‑shifting; balance is needed.

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