Good enough Quote by Ted Corbitt
““I wanted to quit because I was suffering. That is not a good enough reason.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Personal reflections, 1970s, null
Enduring hardship alone does not justify abandoning a goal; deeper purpose must drive perseverance.
In simple terms: Suffering isn’t enough reason to quit.
Key Takeaway
Find a higher purpose to keep going.
Themes
perseverance
purpose
resilience
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Long-distance running
- career setbacks
- health challenges
- personal crises
Key Concepts
Existential motivation
psychological endurance
Questions to Reflect On
- What deeper purpose can sustain you?
- How do you differentiate pain from purpose?
A Different Perspective
Motivation may wane without clear values.
