Hard Quote by Carey Price
“People would say it's very improbable that I'd make it to this point in my life. I made it here because I wasn't discouraged. I worked hard to get here, took advantage of every opportunity that I had.”
About This Quote
Despite low expectations, perseverance, hard work, and seizing opportunities enabled the speaker to achieve success.
In simple terms: Hard work and seizing chances beat discouragement.
Key Takeaway
Persistence overrides doubt.
Themes
resilience
achievement
opportunity
Mood
determined
inspirational
Type
personal testimony
motivational
When to use this quote
- Overcoming a career setback
- Studying for a difficult exam
- Training for elite sport
Key Concepts
self‑efficacy
growth mindset
Practical Applications
- Create a habit of tracking daily progress
- Network actively to uncover hidden opportunities
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits keep you moving forward when others doubt you?
- How can you turn a small chance into a breakthrough?
A Different Perspective
External factors like privilege or luck can also play a large role, which the quote omits.
