Focusing on the present task, paying attention to details, and not solely aiming for victory, but also for personal performance, are crucial in swimming. Additionally, swimming teaches the importance of persistence, routine, and self-discipline, and the acceptance of both success and failure. Moreover, the insight of 'resist less and be smoother' highlights the value of not fighting the obstacles but rather working with them, which is a significant life lesson.
Maurine “Mighty Mo'' Kornfeld will soon turn 102 years old, and most days, you can catch her doing laps in a Los Angeles public swimming pool. And that’s not just because she regularly competes in – and wins – world swimming championships! It’s because she loves being in the water, despite only picking up swimming as a hobby well into her sixties. In this special episode, Maurine shares what she’s learned from doing something she loves almost every day, why it’s never too late to start something new, and the three things anyone can do to improve their life, no matter their age. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts