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the thing about this world is that it doesn't give you what you want

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The video uses a compelling narrative about a famous athlete to illustrate a motivational point about self-determination and commitment. The use of relatable imagery and a strong, clear message likely resonated with viewers, encouraging engagement and sharing.

Summary

The video discusses the concept of tolerating rather than wanting, using Kobe Bryant's story as an example. It highlights how Kobe's conviction led him to dictate terms even before being drafted, ultimately achieving his dream. The speaker argues that trying is an excuse for not giving your all and that making a decision to achieve goals is more effective than merely trying.

Structure

1The world gives you what you tolerate, not what you want.
2Kobe Bryant's conviction about playing for the Lakers.
3Kobe's proactive stance during the draft.
4The idea that trying is an excuse for not giving your all.
5The importance of deciding to achieve goals rather than just trying.

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the thing about this world is that it doesn't give you what you want it gives you what you tolerate I was reading a biography on Kobe Bryant the other day and growing up he would always tell people that I'm going to play for the Los Angeles Lakers that conviction ran so deep that when he was about to get drafted he was literally telling executives of other teams that if they draft him he'll go and play overseas now imagine that an 18 year old kid telling billionaire executives that yeah don't draft me I'm not playing for you the power is in my hands you wouldn't think that that story would end well for him but on draft day Kobe gets drafted to the Charlotte Hornets literally 10 minutes later he's traded to the Los Angeles Lakers Kobe never got there to his dream because he tried to become a Los Angeles Laker right if you only tolerate the version of yourself that has everything you've ever wanted and this world has a really funny way of bending itself backwards to please you cause trying is an excuse for not giving it your all to please cause trying is an excuse for not giving it your all it's like a premature decision for failure and the point is to make a decision to become the person that achieves your goals rather than being someone who tries to achieve your goals because trying is also a decision and if you decide to be someone who tries you'll always be chased by failure