Quote by Joe Montana

Yeah, I think it motivates you as people start to count you out. It doesn't make you play any harder, because every time you go out on the field you give 110 percent, but it does give you more of an edge mentally, knowing that you were in the same situation, because in sports you always find yourself behind.

Yeah, I think it motivates you as people start to count you

Summary

This quote suggests that being underestimated or counted out by others can serve as a motivating factor. It emphasizes that individuals always give their best effort, regardless of external perceptions. However, the knowledge that they have been in similar situations adds a mental advantage, recognizing that in sports, one often finds oneself in a position of being behind. The quote highlights the psychological impact of facing adversity and using it as a catalyst to push oneself to outperform expectations.

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