Only damaged people want good things to happen to them through visualization. They want something for nothing.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Relying solely on visualization for success often stems from emotional damage and a desire for easy fixes.
- In plain terms
- Only people with deep issues think they can get good things just by imagining them.
- What can you take from it?
- Success requires action, not just positive thinking.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is positive thinking enough to change your life?
- Why do we want easy solutions?
Another view
Visualization can be a useful tool when combined with hard work.
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