I gave it my body and mind, but I have kept my soul.
Meaning of the quote
This quote means that even though Phil Jackson worked very hard and put a lot of effort into his job as a coach, he still kept his true self, his inner spirit, and his values. No matter how much he gave to his work, he never lost who he was deep down inside.
About Phil Jackson
Phil Jackson is a legendary basketball player, coach, and executive who has won a record 11 NBA championships. He is known for his innovative coaching style, incorporating Eastern philosophy and the ‘triangle offense’, and is widely considered one of the greatest coaches of all time.
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