Locker room Quote by Anonymous
““I played terrible," recalls Covey. "After the game, he waited for me outside of the locker room, and I came out and he hugged me and said, 'Sean you were marvelous out there today.' I said, 'No, Dad, that was the worst game I ever had.' He said, 'No. You were getting beat up and you kept getting up. I've never been so proud of you.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sean Covey recounting a personal anecdote, date unknown
Resilience is praised when one persists despite failure, highlighting courage over outcome.
In simple terms: Persistence beats perfection.
Key Takeaway
Value effort over results.
Themes
resilience
family
courage
Mood
grateful
reflective
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- sports setbacks
- personal challenges
- family support
Key Concepts
growth mindset
self‑esteem
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define success after a failure?
- What role does family encouragement play in resilience?
A Different Perspective
Praise may overlook needed improvement; focus on learning.
