Around Quote by Brian Baumgartner
“It was really tough as a kid going to a Braves game. It was a guaranteed loss. You're looking at 100 losses a year. I was a huge baseball fan, played it for quite a while. But when '91 happened, with Smoltz and Glavine, it turned around, and I will say it made it pretty sweet.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast *The Office* cast, 2021 discussing Braves fandom
Enduring repeated failures can become rewarding when a turnaround finally occurs, highlighting perseverance and hope
In simple terms: Repeated loss feels hopeful until change brings joy
Key Takeaway
Stay patient and keep supporting what you love
Themes
sports fandom
perseverance
hope
Mood
nostalgic
hopeful
Type
personal
reflective
When to use this quote
- team sports
- long‑term projects
- investment
- personal hobbies
Key Concepts
psychology
social identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain enthusiasm during prolonged setbacks?
- What personal lessons do you draw from a team's revival?
A Different Perspective
Joy may be fleeting if you tie identity solely to outcomes
