In becoming a Professional Athlete, or any world class individual
The world consistently (and proudly) proclaims that the odds of making it are "less than 1%"
Is this True?
Technically, yes
Practically, it is a Lie.
The Truth is that 75% of the population in question functions out of hope, rather than seriousness
Of the remaining 25%, a significant amount will drop out due to financial hardship, pressure, and the weight of society and family's defeatist messages
The actual percentage is 100%
For the one who has no choice but to make it
This is the only person that matters
There is no nobility in failure
Excuses are for the one who can live without having "made it"
Namaste.