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In the words of Mattia Binotto, "To win, or to create a great group with winning mentality, you need first stability, but serenity as well. And it is only by creating an internal and mutual trust that you can achieve it." These words carry the timeless wisdom of those who understand that true success—whether in competition, leadership, or life—is not simply the result of individual strength or raw ambition. Rather, it is the product of inner balance, trust, and serenity. Binotto’s insight speaks not just to the world of motorsport, but to the very heart of what it means to build something lasting: a team, a community, or even a family that thrives in the pursuit of a shared vision.

To win, as Binotto says, stability must come first. Stability is the bedrock upon which everything else is built. Without a firm foundation, no great achievement can stand. Consider the story of King David, who rose from a humble shepherd boy to the ruler of a mighty nation. Before he could unite the scattered tribes of Israel, David understood that peace and stability within his kingdom were essential. He did not simply focus on conquest, but on creating a stable and unified people. Through wise leadership and the strengthening of internal bonds, David laid the groundwork for his legacy. Stability was not a passive state for David, but an active pursuit—a pursuit that allowed him to build a nation strong enough to face external challenges.

But Binotto speaks not only of stability, but of serenity. Serenity is the stillness within the storm, the calm that allows clarity to rise above the noise of stress and pressure. It is the ability to maintain peace of mind even in the heat of competition or conflict. The ancient Greek philosophers often spoke of the importance of serenity, most notably Socrates and Aristotle, who emphasized that a clear mind is essential to wise decision-making and moral action. Serenity allows one to see beyond immediate distractions, to focus on the greater purpose, and to guide others with calm confidence. When a leader exudes serenity, they create an atmosphere in which others feel safe to express their best selves, to take risks, and to strive for excellence.

Consider the example of Walt Disney, a man who understood the importance of both stability and serenity in building a company and a vision that would endure. Disney faced numerous setbacks, from financial ruin to personal criticism, yet he maintained a serene vision for his company’s future. Disney created an environment where creativity and trust flourished, allowing people to believe in his dreams even when the path ahead seemed uncertain. Mutual trust was at the core of his leadership, and it was this trust that enabled him to build not just a company, but a culture of innovation that persists to this day. He understood that true success comes not from single-handedly charging toward victory, but from creating a collective vision grounded in trust, where everyone plays a part.

In Binotto’s wisdom, there is also the idea that trust is the key that unlocks the potential for any group to succeed. Without trust, there is no unity; without unity, there is no strength. A team, a family, or a nation cannot win together if each member is divided, if the bonds between them are weak. Trust is the glue that holds everything together, and mutual trust—trust between leaders and followers, between teammates, between individuals—is what makes the whole greater than the sum of its parts. In ancient cultures, the concept of trust was sacred, and was often symbolized by shared rituals, oaths, and pledges that bound individuals together in a shared commitment. The Covenant of the Twelve Tables in ancient Rome, for instance, sought to establish a set of shared laws and trust among the people, creating a stable society through mutual understanding and respect for the rule of law.

The lesson here is clear: to achieve greatness, whether in a competition or in life, we must first lay the foundation of stability—both in ourselves and in our relationships with others. We must then nurture serenity, the inner peace that allows us to navigate challenges with clarity and purpose. And above all, we must build trust—not just in our own abilities, but in each other. Trust is not given lightly, but earned through consistent actions, transparency, and mutual respect. It is the steady hand of serenity and the deep well of trust that enables groups to come together and achieve what might seem impossible.

In our own lives, let us take these lessons to heart. Whether we are leaders, creators, or everyday individuals, we must strive to build stability in our foundations, to cultivate serenity in the midst of chaos, and to foster trust in those around us. Success is not a fleeting achievement—it is the product of sustained effort, steady commitment, and the power of a unified vision. As we walk our paths, let us remember that it is not the loudest voices or the fastest runners that win, but those who have the strength to stay steady, the calm to see clearly, and the trust to build something greater than themselves. In unity, in trust, in serenity, true greatness lies.