Coach Valvano's three ways to have a complete day are which of the following?

• A. Laugh, spend time in thought, and be moved to tears
• B. Run, lift weights, and sleep
• C. Eat, study, and rest
• D. Travel, socialize, and train

Answer: (A)

A complete day, in Valvano’s view, includes experiences that engage you emotionally, cognitively, and emotionally intense moments: laughter, time for thoughtful reflection, and being moved to tears. The option that combines all three—laughing, spending time in thought, and being moved to tears—best captures this holistic balance. The other sets emphasize only physical routines or practical tasks (like running, lifting, eating, or traveling) and miss the emotional and reflective dimensions that Valvano highlighted as essential to a truly complete day.