To grin and bear it
The marathon event held during the 2020 Tokyo Olympics proved to be quite challenging for the runners. They had to endure unfavorable conditions, such as suboptimal temperature and humidity, as well as overcrowded drink stations. Despite these hurdles, Kenyan runner Eliud Kipchoge successfully won the Gold medal in the men’s marathon, and he was seen smiling throughout the race until the end. Kipchoge later revealed that he used smiling as a strategy to relax and overcome difficulties, which helped him to run more efficiently.
“Your living is determined not so much by what life brings to you as by the attitude you bring to life; not so much by what happens to you as by the way your mind looks at what happens.” – Khalil Gibran
The map is not the territory
A friend of mine shared his experience of witnessing a real space satellite. It was not like anything he had seen in videos. His account made me recall the saying ‘Map is not the territory’. Although maps and drawings can portray what needs to be shown, they may miss important details that can only be observed in real life. It is true not only for objects but also for situations.
“The most rewarding and important type of learning is through experience, seeing something with our own eyes.” – Jack Hanna, former American zookeeper and an animal expert
I have nothing to add
In most of the Annual meetings of Berkshire Hathaway, Buffet answers a question and then turns to Munger with a question “Do you have anything to add?” Munger often responds by saying “I have nothing to add.” It might sound unusual that someone who is known for giving witty sharp answers should respond in this way. Munger demonstrated his wisdom by remaining silent when he knew he wouldn’t add any value.
“Silence is better than unmeaning words” – Pythagoras