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Ego Quote by George Russell

“Does listening to positive feedback make me faster? No. It probably boosts my ego slightly but it doesn't make me any faster. And equally listening to negative feedback doesn't make me faster either.” quote by George Russell
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“Does listening to positive feedback make me faster? No. It probably boosts my ego slightly but it doesn't make me any faster. And equally listening to negative feedback doesn't make me faster either.”

George Russell

About This Quote

Positive or negative feedback does not directly increase speed; it may affect confidence but not physical performance.

In simple terms: Feedback doesn't make you faster.

Key Takeaway

Focus on training, not praise.

Themes

performance motivation feedback

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • sports
  • workplace
  • learning environments

Key Concepts

psychology self-efficacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What motivates you beyond external validation?
  • How can you measure real progress?
A Different Perspective

Overreliance on feedback can distract from actual practice.

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