He lived 35 years, and his legacy has lasted for centuries.

In part 2 I highlighted Leonardo da Vinci, Ludwig van Beethoven, Pele, and Michael Jordan- legends who overcame tragedy, poverty, and adversity— yet STILL transcended into global icons. 

To have a comprehensive discussion about greats, we have to examine Olympians.

They are quite literally, best in class.

Being an Olympian is a significant achievement, and it requires sacrifice- years of dedication, training, and competition at the highest levels of sport.

There's no way around it, to be an Olympian, you must be elite.

Most Olympians train for many years, often 6-8 hours a day, six days a week. This can add up to over 10,000 hours of dedicated training in their sport- its the "10,000-hour rule." 

To prepare for even a single Olympic event can take years. Athletes, coaches, and team invest meticulous attention to training, diet, mental preparation, and recovery strategies.

 Born in Columbus Ohio, Simone Biles is one of the greatest gymnast the world has ever seen.

Simone Biles competed in the 2016 and 2021 Olympic games

She has won a total of 7 Olympic medals:

• Gold: 4 (Team, All-Around, Vault, Floor Exercise in 2016 Rio)
• Silver: 1 (Team in 2021 Tokyo)
• Bronze: 2 (Balance Beam in 2016 Rio and 2021 Tokyo)
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Born in Danvers, Massachusetts, Jenny Thompson is a retired American swimmer and one of the most decorated female Olympians in history. 

 she specialized in freestyle and butterfly events. 

Jenny competed in four consecutive Summer Olympics (1992, 1996, 2000, and 2004), 

And holds a total of 12 Olympic medals: eight golds, three silvers, and one bronze. 

Born in East St. Louis, Illinois, Jackie Joyner-Kersee is a retired American track and field athlete widely considered one of the greatest female athletes of all time. 

She competed in four Olympic Games (1984, 1988, 1992, and 1996), 

winning 6 medals, three gold, one silver, and two bronze medals. 

Her record set in 1988 , still stands today. 

Born  in Los Angeles, California, Allyson Felix is an American track and field sprinter known for her exceptional achievements in the 200 meters, 400 meters, and relay events.  

She competed in five consecutive Olympic Games (2004, 2008, 2012, 2016, and 2021). 

Felix won a total of 11 Olympic medals, (7 gold, 3 silver, 1 bronze), making her the most decorated female track and field athlete in Olympic history. 

To put it simply, when you have a goat conversation don't forget these phenomenal women

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but when anyone asks who is the greatest of all time, who comes to your mind?

 To merely be in consideration, there are some obvious prerequisites.  

• Technical mastery
• Cultural impact
• Profound influence
• And a lasting legacy

Let's explore Leonardo da vinci, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonardo da vinci, Ludwig Van Beethoven,  Edson Arantes do Nascimento , nicknamed ( Pelé), and Michael Jeffrey Jordan. 

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When you lead with authenticity, there isn't space to wrestle with the opinions of others. 

Choose peace. 

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• start early
• commit
• keep on going
• take risks
• age doesn't matter 

You have absolutely no idea the legacy you will leave or how long your name will be mentioned so you should pick up the paint brush, the instrument, the pen- and build a life you are proud of. 

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Gardening gave me cardiovascular exercise, a new form of mediation and peace, it made our backyard even more beautiful; there were some tomatoes my kids ate as soon as they ripened. 

•  My garden taught me not to hesitate about trying new things or choosing new environments
• My garden taught me to be cautious about what I allow in my environment
• My garden taught me to carefully maintain it, and be ruthless about getting rid of anything harmful
• My garden gave me lessons on stewardship

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China ware, also known as porcelain, has a rich history dating back thousands of years in China. Porcelain is a ceramic material made from clay, quartz and feldspar. 
It is renowned for its delicate appearance, translucency, and durability at high temperatures. 
Antique and modern pieces are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.

As I learned more, I imagined the millions of untold tales and secrets that chinaware hold, as the feature of countless intimidate dinners and lavish celebrations.

I implore you to be inspired by the durability, distinction, and diversity of chinaware.

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Which is difficult to admit, coming  from the generation that was specifically told to "go above and beyond".

To overdo is to engage in excessive or unnecessary behavior beyond what is appropriate or reasonable for a given situation. 

It often involves taking things to an extreme.

For example- overworking, overspending, or overindulging. Which leads to negative consequences and diminishing returns.

Signs of overdoing:

• physical exhaustion
• neglect of personal responsibilities
• declining mental or physical health,
• diminished enjoyment or satisfaction from the activity 

Instead of overdoing, 

I challenge you,

Do only what is asked

Take breaks

Recalibrate your intentions

Ask for help 

If you've done all these, yet continually find yourself in a cycle of overdoing, consider quitting.

It may not be a popular opinion. & that's okay. 

Hear me out because context is everything. 

Quitting must be thoughtful 

It's no spontaneous act

Perhaps you mediated. Prayed over it. Chat with your therapist about it. Given it ample time. Considered the necessary aspects. 

Still-  it doesn't sit well with your soul. 

Quit.

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There's a lot of noise around it, especially between the scientists, and teachers, religious pundits, and the sacrilegious.

If you're in a transformative season, and you prioritize understanding supernatural, in every context,

I submit that you will hold an invaluable advantage. 

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