Roger Federer was the epitome of the Paradox of Effort. You have to put in more effort to make something appear effortless. Effortless performances are just the result of a large volume of effortful practice. Small things become big things. t.co/uz83wuAJV9

Watching clips of Federer is a borderline spiritual experience (even for a non tennis fan). Years and years of intense, focused practice make these actions look so pure, elegant, and simple. t.co/3vF4VTHS8q

These clips of Federer are the definition of Sprezzatura. A 15th century Italian courtier and author named Baldassare Castiglione coined the term “sprezzatura” to describe a studied, effortful nonchalance. Sprezzatura is earned elegance.

Federer also always seemed to take the time to make others smile. This video is amazing. t.co/6nz12mfgZW