Margaret Thatcher - You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it
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Welcome to The Daily Quote—a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I’m your host, Andrew McGivern, for February 19th.
Did you know that today is Tug of War Day? Yes, that classic game where two teams battle it out, pulling on opposite ends of a rope, hoping to drag their opponents into defeat—or, in some cases, a mud pit. It’s a test of strength, teamwork, and, let’s be honest, stubbornness.
And that brings us to today’s quote from Margaret Thatcher, who once said:
"You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it."
Now, The Iron Lady wasn’t talking about an actual tug of war match, but let’s be real—life often feels like one. Whether it’s your career, personal goals, or even just convincing yourself to go to the gym, success isn’t always about one big pull; sometimes, you have to keep yanking at it until you finally gain ground.
Think about it—how often do you feel like you’re in a constant struggle? Maybe it’s a project at work, a personal challenge, or a dream you’re chasing. You pull, life pulls back. You make progress, then suddenly, you’re sliding in the other direction. But here’s the key: the only way you lose for sure is if you let go of the rope.
So today, whether you’re literally playing Tug of War (which, by the way, I fully support) or just facing a battle in life, remember this—every pull, every effort, every setback is just another round. Keep going, and eventually, you’ll pull through.
That’s it for today’s episode. If you enjoyed this, share it with a friend who might need a little extra motivation. I’ll be back tomorrow, same pod time, same pod station, for another Daily Quote.