Luck Always Beats Hard Work

This video is an adaptation of the classic fable, "The Tortoise and the Hare." In this version, however, the Hare discovers the unsettling origins of his speed and success.

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[SomethingClever]

The fact that the Hare actually had the self-awareness to listen and take in what was being said instead of entering a violent state of denial (as most people like the hare would) is pretty incredible lmao

[pianoenthusiast]

The Turtoise literally made the Hare experience existential crisis just so that he could win the race...
What a classic maneuver!

[slot]

Great lesson here. No point in nationalism when you didn't choose which country to be born in. No point in racism, as no one chose the color of their skin. Any type of pride falls away as people realize they are products of a birth lottery. Even a shred of self awareness can redefine our notions of success and failure.

[waterfairy]

“Being a hardworking person is also a product of chance.” Yes this hit so hard. I was working my head off until I got emotional illness and then became too exhausted to do even basic daily tasks. Luckily I got better now.

[Mdb_jaylen]

I died laughing when the hare layed back and started contemplating his existence 😂

[michaelfabiano]

This was a fantastic take on a classic tale.

[ZachPincince]

"You have to know you that you have no free will, but live as if you do" Love how you phrased that 👏

[LegacyHI]

This is brilliant. Should be a companion to the original story.

[thnknoutloud]

This video's message is something that most successful people refuse to accept. I know for myself, as a person who has medium success and been more down than up, I have always known it was luck. It's helped me to worry too much less during my life. Even when I am worrying, deep down I am not. There's a certain feeling of freedom knowing that it is all luck. Free will not existing is the ultimate freedom.

[indee]

“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”

― Seneca

[GPTAsk]

The story about the Hare and the Tortoise is a classic fable that has been used to teach a valuable lesson about the dangers of arrogance and the benefits of humility. The video seems to suggest that success is a combination of both luck and hard work. While it is true that working hard can increase the chances of success, luck also plays a significant role. The Hare's success had made him arrogant, which blinded him from the possibility of losing to a seemingly inferior Tortoise. The Tortoise, on the other hand, was not as successful or popular as the Hare but had the humility and determination to challenge the Hare to a race. The Hare's overconfidence caused him to lose the race, even though he was faster and more talented than the Tortoise. The Tortoise's hard work and perseverance, combined with a stroke of luck, led to his victory.

In my opinion, success is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that cannot be attributed solely to hard work or luck. Both factors play a crucial role in determining the outcome of our efforts. However, it is important to acknowledge the role of luck and other external factors beyond our control. Success is not always a reflection of our abilities or character, but it is also affected by social, economic, and historical factors. We should strive to work hard and develop our skills while also being humble and aware of the role of luck in our lives.

[munen]

So basically, if you string along your opponents consciousness into an existential crisis, you can win in spit all odds.

[mrraakk]

Choosing the word Hare make it feels like a word play for the word Heir
both, in the story, means that they were lucky to inherit greatness from their forefathers

[nehamotwani]

A wonderful adult version of the children's tale. With a moral worth thinking about. Amazing!!!

[Better_Call_Bulba-Saur]

A self-made billion-hare, I see. "You're all poor because you're lazy, not like me who's willing to work and has very rich, business-savvy parents."

[Nuffsaid]

I had this very thought just yesterday. That we are often a product of circumstances and not just a product of choice. Having choices at all is a privilege.

Edit:
I should add 'within reason.' My point was about childhood and opportunities a person may or may not get because of their upbringing. It is not an excuse for laziness and self-victimization well into adult hood.

[julim]

The best way to win any race is to give your opponent an existential crisis

[ronin]

I just want to say that Robert Pantano is one of the best creators in this whole world. I read his "Hidden story of every person" and it's so great <3

[Gurthy]

Perspective is a beautiful thing. I wish humanity and society could better embrace the dualism and complexity of existence. We’d all be able to live in a daily environment that’s more graceful and understanding.

Maybe there’s hope, generations from now?

[katakana]

Lesson: Get rid of bullies by giving them existential crises