Lightning Quote by Mike Matusow
“You realize how many times lightning has to strike in order for you to be sitting here?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Poker Legends, 2015
Success in poker reflects the odds of rare events; many attempts are needed before a win.
In simple terms: Winning requires many tries and luck.
Key Takeaway
Persist and learn from each attempt.
Themes
risk
probability
perseverance
skill
Mood
reflective
realistic
Type
analytical
motivational
When to use this quote
- business ventures
- creative projects
- sports competition
Key Concepts
Statistical variance
gambling psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle repeated failures?
- What strategies improve your odds?
A Different Perspective
Luck can be unpredictable and uncontrollable.
![“Even when lightning flashes inside them [clouds], we say they are only clouds and turn our attention to the next meal, next pain, next breath, the next page. This is how we go on.” quote by Sidney Sheldon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/7ac/sidney-sheldon-7520_carry-on_even-when-lightning-flashes-inside-them_6003.jpg)
