The possession of anything begins in the mind.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True ownership or control of an object or idea starts with a mental acceptance or desire.
- In plain terms
- You own something in your mind before you own it physically.
- What can you take from it?
- Mental possession precedes physical ownership or control.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you truly own in your mind?
- How does your mindset affect your reality?
Another view
Physical ownership often requires legal or financial steps beyond just thinking.
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