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johntwoods t1_j93uivr wrote

Seems relatively reasonable that one would do both.

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otaku_108 OP t1_j94mvx0 wrote

Thus, for those who don't understand the significance of this little statement:

Individuals who are focused solely on leaving a lasting impact or legacy may limit their ability to truly soar and achieve their full potential. It implies that the desire to leave a mark on the world can distract one from the present moment and limit their ability to embrace change and take risks, as they may be too focused on preserving their legacy instead of growing and evolving. This idea aligns with the concept of living in the present moment and embracing impermanence. It suggests that those who are too focused on leaving a lasting imprint may miss out on the beauty and joy of the journey, as they are too concerned with the end result. Instead, it may be more fulfilling to focus on the present and embrace the journey, allowing one to experience freedom and growth, without being bound by the need to leave a lasting impact.

In essence, the philosophy behind this phrase encourages individuals to let go of the desire for permanence and instead focus on living fully.

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intergalacticbro t1_j94oy4b wrote

This reads like someone who has english as their second language. I say this because an American would translate this more poetically, instead this phrase is coarse with barely a figurative expression.

"Those who focus on the footprints in their wake, lose the opportunity to take flight". That would be a better version of this quote.

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misspellted t1_j94qmn9 wrote

Counterpoint: Those who fly start by crawling.

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ifoundit1 t1_j94zgv4 wrote

You can fly if you self identify as your own BM you just made and you pick it up and throw it really hard.

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Olsen676767 t1_j9553zj wrote

Those must learn to walk before flying then run to your plane!😎

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peeniebaby t1_j955bgt wrote

Yes. As we all know all the people who left footprints metaphorically never… uhhh flew metaphorically? What?

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MEDED7 t1_j9569xx wrote

Well birds do fly & leave footprints too I don't see the point

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Quakarot t1_j95e7nb wrote

Replying to otaku_108 (#1,866,728)

I feel like the people who leave the biggest impact also tend to leave a large legacy, though?

Like, I’ve heard of Albert Einstein and he was both successful and famous. I get what this is saying, particularly in the modern age where clout chasing is a bigger deal than ever, but because of large figures that do plenty of both it really doesn’t resonate.

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retrocp t1_j95hyrh wrote

“Live, Laugh, Love” -Socrates

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NavezganeChrome t1_j95mvaq wrote

Icarus (or whoever wrote his story) had his mark (footprint) placed in mythos history by flying too high and getting smoked for it.

e: And having double-checked who the author is, I feel like leaving him unnamed would be doing it right, since he’s kind of infamous for otherwise souring the meat.

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SubtlySupreme t1_j960dzl wrote

Someone who picks this font has no business trying to impart wisdom.

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spudsong t1_j9616t6 wrote

Lmao that I'm getting down voted by dumb Americans who actually think they own the language and are the centre of the world.

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[deleted] t1_j96ebaf wrote

Said no Narcissist ever. If this motivation was true America wouldn't be in the state it is in. Its full of people who want to make a footprint and are flying, all over the world in private jets!

Motivation only works if its true. I see people who only care about what they do constantly get money and recognition all over the world, regardless of who they hurt. Seems like its easier to only care about yourself these days.

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Citrus210 t1_j96i5kv wrote

If you spend 10 thousand 8 hundred seconds and 25 minutes reading a book, you'll have read for 3 hours and 25 minutes.

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allun11 t1_j96ktui wrote

Selflessness is BS. You need to have a self to make any change in the world. But then you can do that in a way that cooperative and mutually beneficial.

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othemehto t1_j96l95d wrote

What in the holy horseshit is this nonsense. Its not even clever bad good advice.

if you dont learn to master your rage

…your rage will become your master!? That’s what you were going to say, isn’t it?!

not necessarily…

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dylsmak t1_j96nw3n wrote

No such thing as true selflessness.

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otaku_108 OP t1_j96r8nj wrote

Replying to othemehto (#1,872,206)

Sadly, no one has attempted to translate this statement. Damn those Western morons!

Such hate surrounding a quote; I'll try to explain one last time, but I have a feeling that these thick-headed people won't even get that.

I'll give you an example, so read on, fools.

Imagine a young artist with the vision to change the face of art by developing a revolutionary new aesthetic. She is, however, so worried about making an impression on the world and being recognised as a great artist that she is hesitant to try new things and take chances with her work. She thus produces forgettable, safe works as a result of her lack of inspiration. On the other side, there are certain artists who are more concerned with producing the greatest work possible than with whether or not their work will be remembered. An artist has unrestricted freedom to take chances, attempt novel approaches, and push the limits of what is practical in their industry. They might thus wind up producing truly innovative work that has a long-lasting effect on the art world. The first artist in this case never completely "flies" or reaches the grandeur she is capable of because she is too concerned with leaving a trace. The second artist, in contrast, is unrestrained in their pursuit of their goals and can soar without concern for their legacy. As a result, they might wind up having a significantly greater influence.

Those who are unduly concerned about their legacy and the impression they make on the world may be discouraged from taking chances or following possibilities that could result in great achievements, according to the proverb "those who want to leave a footprint shall never fly." To put it another way, if someone is always concerned about the impression they are making, they can be too hesitant to take risks and follow their aspirations.

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LEGACY HINDERS GREATNESS!

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othemehto t1_j96ts05 wrote

Replying to otaku_108 (#1,872,729)

I appreciate all the effort you just put into this, and because of that earnest effort I won’t be dismissive or sarcastic or further quote the 1999 movie Mystery Men.

I fully understood. I was being pedantic because I took issue with the phrasing.

I will add - Legacy Hinders Greatness is a much better, concise, and much more beautiful way to say it…And its easy to remember.

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Tipordie t1_j97yx86 wrote

Sorry OP… the post is dumb on 6 levels

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thedrakeequator t1_j97zp66 wrote

I don't know what this is supposed to mean and I don't know if I like it.

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onlooker61 t1_j98db7b wrote

And those who fly will be soon forgotton as they made no impression on the earth, or others

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Whedonsbitch t1_j994hde wrote

Eagles may soar, but weasels never get sucked into jet engines…

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bi11yg04t t1_j99azpz wrote

Replying to otaku_108 (#1,872,729)

Then what the hell does it have to do with being selfless. If anything it is about being selfish to pursue and take those risks to obtain greatness. Also I don't believe legacy hinders greatness but greatness adds to legacy.

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SenileTomato t1_j99czzi wrote

I disagree.

There are many ways to leave a footprint, including ways that are selfless and nameless, to help those currently and in the future.

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misspellted t1_j9cp0e6 wrote

Replying to s416a (#1,891,235)

Depending on your beliefs, you might not agree with me, but...

Humans didn't just start flying at the snap of some fingers.

They had to acquire the DNA of those organisms who could fly, and, well, flies are easier to capture than birds, so..

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