Quote by Diana Nyad

I am willing to put myself through anything; temporary pain or discomfort means nothing to me as long as I can see that the experience will take me to a new level. I am interested in the unknown, and the only path to the unknown is through breaking barriers, an often-painful process.

I am willing to put myself through anything; temporary pain

Summary

In this quote, the speaker emphasizes their willingness to endure any temporary pain or discomfort in pursuit of personal growth. They view such challenges as insignificant compared to the value of reaching new levels of experience. The individual's primary focus is on the unknown, and they believe that breaking barriers is the only way to discover it. Despite acknowledging that this process can be inherently painful, they maintain their enthusiasm and remain committed to pushing past limitations. Ultimately, the quote reflects their determination to embrace discomfort as a necessary part of their journey towards self-discovery and progress.

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By Diana Nyad

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