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Why we think Matthew McConaughey is a Type 3
Motivational speaking and encouraging people to reach their potential. McConaughey has delivered motivational speeches, including his famous 2014 University of Houston commencement address, in which he shared life lessons and encouraged the audience to pursue their ambitions.
Extracurricular pursuits. On top of his intense acting schedule, McConaughey has shown a relentless work ethic, including writing a memoir, establishing the Just Keep Livin (JKL) Foundation, teaching at the University of Texas, delivering commencement speeches, and developing his own bourbon.
Career reinvention. McConaughey underwent a significant career transformation, dubbed the "McConaissance," when he transitioned from romantic comedy roles to more complex, dramatic characters. This shift demonstrates his adaptability and ambition to continually challenge himself and to succeed.
Embrace the "Greenlights." In his memoir, McConaughey encourages readers to keep an eye out for life's "greenlights"—opportunities that allow us to move forward and grow, whether they're small stepping stones or major milestones.
Focus on career success. McConaughey’s intense work ethic and willingness to do whatever it takes for his roles, including his famous physical transformation for Dallas Buyers Club, has led him to achieve significant success in the entertainment industry, with numerous accolades, including an Academy Award for Best Actor.
Image-consciousness. McConaughey has cultivated a distinctive image as suave and charming. His Southern drawl and catchphrase "alright, alright, alright" have left lasting impressions.
Production company. McConaughey co-founded the production company Just Keep Livin, which has produced several successful films, cementing his achievements in multiple areas of the entertainment industry."
Award speeches. McConaughey's speeches during awards ceremonies, particularly his acceptance speech at the 2014 Oscars, reveal his desire for personal growth, self-improvement, and his belief that we should always be looking to achieve more. In the speech, he mentioned his belief in having someone to look up to, something to look forward to, and someone to chase.
Matthew McConaughey quotes that show he is a Type 3
"Success is a little like wrestling a gorilla. You don't quit when you're tired. You quit when the gorilla is tired."
"There's a difference in thinking you are a champion and knowing that you are."
"Life is a series of commas, not periods."
"Keep your head up. We'll get out of this on the other side because that's just what we're gonna do."
“Life’s not easy…don’t try and make it that way. It’s not fair, it never was, it isn’t now, it won’t ever be. Do not fall into the entitlement trap of feeling you are a victim, you are not. Get over it and get on with it. And yes, most things are more rewarding when you break a sweat to get em.”
“I don’t want to just revolve. I want to evolve. As a man, as a human, as a father, as a lover.”
"My rule is to break one sweat a day."
"My life is a road, man. I need to keep moving."
"I believe in living in the present and making each day count. I don't pay much attention to the past or the future."
"You want to be a writer? Start writing. You want to be a filmmaker? Start shooting stuff on your phone right now."