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The 2nd Essay: The Tortoise and the Hare

  • Writer: Director, Kayukawa Clinic, Yuhei Kayukawa, M.D.
    Director, Kayukawa Clinic, Yuhei Kayukawa, M.D.
  • Apr 11, 2022
  • 1 min read

Updated: Jun 20

The iconic scene of runners running barefoot along the seaside beach.

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Aesop’s fable contrasts talent with steady effort, reminding us of the power of persistence. As Thomas Edison suggested, success depends far more on effort than on talent alone.


Cool Runnings brings this idea to life. Jamaican athletes, new to bobsledding, face repeated setbacks but keep going, building their own path. What they gain is not just results, but pride and teamwork.


The film shows that beyond talent or effort, believing in oneself and persevering is what truly leads to growth.



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