Bootz wrote: ↑Tue Mar 07, 2023 10:28 am
I know. That ain't fear. That's called meeting a standard. Shouldn't we expect the powers that be to try and put the best possible product on the field instead of hyping up these "who can win last place best" contests?
I mean I get it. Most people have low standards as is. So expecting more would be out of their comfort zone. But damn, accepting defeat before it even begins? That's what scares me.
Let me employ a Metaphor.
Two mechanics are fixing cars simultaneously. They decide to race, with the race beginning tomorrow regardless of the state of the cars.
One mechanic uses the parts laying around the shop, some welding tricks, and four mismatched tires to get the car on the road faster.
The other carefully and methodically selects each part, meticulously performs repairs, and takes as long as it takes for the car to be in the best possible condition for the race.
The first guy is on the road instantly when the race begins. He's done what he has to do. He gets halfway there before his shitty repairs catch up to him and the car breaks down.
The other guy? He's not ready when the race begins. It might be longer for him. But unlike the first guy, he's doing everything he can to make sure he finishes.
The second guy is not committed to low standards. Quite the opposite. He wants to do things correctly. But while the car isn't on the road, one can be sure there'll be folks who don't understand why and call him a loser.