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Aches and pains Quote by Gordie Howe

“You've got to love what you're doing. If you love it, you can overcome any handicap, or the soreness, or all the aches and pains and continue to play for a long, long time.” quote by Gordie Howe
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“You've got to love what you're doing. If you love it, you can overcome any handicap, or the soreness, or all the aches and pains and continue to play for a long, long time.”

Gordie Howe

About This Quote

Source Interview: 1978 Sports Hall of Fame Induction, 1978

Passion for one's activity fuels perseverance, allowing individuals to overcome physical challenges and continue performing long term.

In simple terms: Passion helps overcome pain and limits.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate love for what you do to sustain effort.

Themes

passion resilience longevity

Mood

inspirational determined

Type

motivational reflective

When to use this quote

  • training regimens
  • rehabilitation
  • career longevity

Key Concepts

motivation sports psychology aging athletes

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fuels your enduring enthusiasm?
  • How do you balance passion with physical well‑being?
A Different Perspective

May overlook practical limits of health.

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