Man is made or unmade by himself. By the right choice he ascends. As a being of power, intelligence, and love, and the lord of his own thoughts, he holds the key to every situation.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human destiny is self-determined through choices, intellect, and love.
- In plain terms
- You shape your own life through your choices and control over your thoughts.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize your power to shape your destiny through conscious choices.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What key choice are you facing now?
- How do you exercise power over your thoughts?
Another view
External circumstances often limit the degree of control one has.
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