Able Quote by Leonard Cohen
“You can keep the body as well-oiled and receptive as possible, but whether you're actually going to be able to go for the long haul is really not your own choice.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone Magazine, 1992
Physical readiness matters, but long‑term endurance depends on personal choice and circumstances.
In simple terms: Fitness alone isn’t enough.
Cultivate resilience and make deliberate choices.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marathon training
- career stamina
- relationship commitment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What choices have you delayed?
- How do you balance preparation with acceptance?
External factors can undermine even the strongest resolve.