Goals Quote by Arka Datta
““This is what you will remember. Every time you want to do anything other than working towards your goals, I want you to remember what you felt under the water. That’s, my lad, how you will know if you are on the right track. If even for a second you don’t strive the same way for success, then I want you to remember these words- “You will never be successful” and then I want you to sacrifice whatever you were doing and rush to the ground.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Motivational talk, unknown venue, 2020
When you lose motivation, recall the feeling of being submerged; it signals whether you’re aligned with your goals. If you ever feel off‑track, abandon the current activity and refocus on purposeful work.
In simple terms: Remember the feeling of being underwater as a gauge of goal alignment; quit and refocus if you stray.
Key Takeaway
Use the underwater feeling as a compass; stop and reset when misaligned.
Themes
motivation
goal setting
self‑discipline
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- exercise routines
- creative projects
- academic study
Key Concepts
psychology
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What feeling signals you’re off track? How do you decide what to abandon?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may feel vague and hard to apply concretely in everyday decisions.
