The Art of Impossible

Pushing the limits of impossible is the highest and the most meaningful goal to which you can aspire.

There are things no one knew were possible before someone accomplished them: capital “I” Impossible feats. Every person also has their own personal “impossibles”: the things that you consider outside the scope of your individual capabilities and possibilities – whether that’s escaping poverty or becoming a professional artist or athlete. The highest and most fulfilling goal you can aspire to in life is to push the boundaries of your personal “impossible.” Some people who persevere in their pursuit of personal impossibles, long-term, end up pushing the boundaries of what goals humanity deems to be achievable. 

Using the term of philosopher James Carse, pushing the limits of impossible is “the infinite game,” akin to love and art. This game gives you ultimate fulfillment, despite the fact that it’s one you can’t win – the goal is just to continue playing.

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