Quote by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
With each new day in Africa, a gazelle wakes up knowing he must outrun the fastest lion or perish. At the same time, a lion stirs and stretches, knowing he must outrun the fastest gazelle or starve. It's no different for the human race. Whether you consider yourself a gazelle or a lion, you have to run faster than others to survive.
Summary
This quote highlights the inherent competitive nature of life, using the metaphor of the African wildlife to illustrate the survival instinct. The gazelle wakes up with the direct threat of being caught by a predator, motivating it to continuously strive for speed. Simultaneously, the lion recognizes that its sustenance relies on catching the fastest gazelle. The quote suggests that humans face a similar situation, urging individuals to acknowledge the necessity of outpacing others to succeed and meet their goals, regardless of whether they perceive themselves as a gazelle or a lion.