Absolutely Quote by Edmund Hillary
“I was extremely lucky that I had two great wives. It sounds a bit funny to say that, but it's absolutely true.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 1953
He credits his two remarkable spouses for his extraordinary fortune.
In simple terms: Great partners contributed to his success.
Key Takeaway
Value supportive relationships.
Themes
family
gratitude
success
Mood
reflective
appreciative
Type
personal
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal life
- career achievements
- legacy building
Key Concepts
marriage
partnership
luck
Questions to Reflect On
- What role did his wives play in his endeavors?
- How does partnership influence achievement?
A Different Perspective
Success may also stem from personal effort.
![“I've often thought about that and the only suitable member to join me on that climb [to Everest] was George Lowe: he was strong, a good man on a mountain, with a great sense of humour, and I liked that. I think George and I could've done that together ... I've probably never told George that.” quote by Edmund Hillary](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/165/edmund-hillary-3760_climbs_i-ve-often-thought-about-that-and-the-on_12447.jpg)
