--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Maybe that’s why I’ve made it as far as I…" description: "\"Maybe that’s why I’ve made it as far as I have – 2,521 miles. If I ran to a doctor every time I got a little cyst or abrasion I’d still be in Nova Scot..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ccb/terry-fox-13686_bits_maybe-that-s-why-i-ve-made-it-as-far-as_2127787.jpg" --- # Maybe that’s why I’ve made it as far as I have – 2,521… ![“Maybe that’s why I’ve made it as far as I have – 2,521 miles. If I ran to a doctor every time I got a little cyst or abrasion I’d still be in Nova Scotia. Or else I’d never have started. I’ve seen people in so much pain. The little bit of pain I’m going through is nothing. They can’t shut it off…” quote by Terry Fox](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ccb/terry-fox-13686_bits_maybe-that-s-why-i-ve-made-it-as-far-as_2127787.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ccb/terry-fox-13686_bits_maybe-that-s-why-i-ve-made-it-as-far-as_2127787.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ccb/terry-fox-13686_bits_maybe-that-s-why-i-ve-made-it-as-far-as_2127787.jpg) > “Maybe that’s why I’ve made it as far as I have – 2,521 miles. If I ran to a doctor every time I got a little cyst or abrasion I’d still be in Nova Scotia. Or else I’d never have started. I’ve seen people in so much pain. The little bit of pain I’m going through is nothing. They can’t shut it off, and I can’t shut down every time I feel a little sore.” [Terry Fox](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/terry-fox/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Enduring personal hardship is necessary to achieve great goals and help others. **In simple terms:** Pain is temporary, purpose is lasting. Key Takeaway Embrace pain as a catalyst for achievement. Themes determination resilience purpose self‑sacrifice Mood inspirational reflective Type motivational philosophical When to use this quote - marathon training - chronic illness - volunteer work - public speaking Key Concepts human endurance altruism goal setting Questions to Reflect On - What small discomfort can you accept for a larger cause? - How does personal sacrifice inspire others? 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