Saying Quote by La Haine
““Heard about the guy who fell off a skyscraper? On his way down past each floor, he kept saying to reassure himself: So far so good... so far so good... so far so good. How you fall doesn't matter. It's how you land!””
About This Quote
Source Film: La Haine, 1995
Facing danger, the man repeats a mantra to stay calm, emphasizing that the descent matters less than the landing.
In simple terms: Mantras help stay calm during crises.
Key Takeaway
Focus on how you recover, not just the fall.
Themes
resilience
mindset
crisis management
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- high‑stress situations
- public speaking
- sports competition
- personal setbacks
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑talk
control
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn a mantra into actionable preparation?
- What does a successful landing look like for you?
A Different Perspective
Mantras can become rote and ignore underlying issues.
