When you are inspired by some great purpose, some extraordinary project, all your thoughts break their bonds: Your mind transcends limitations, your consciousness expands in every direction, and you find yourself in a new, great, and wonderful world. Dormant forces, faculties and talents become alive, and your discover yourself to be a greater person by far than you ever dreamed yourself to be.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A great purpose unlocks hidden talents and expands your consciousness beyond normal limits.
- In plain terms
- Being inspired by a big goal helps you realize your full potential.
- What can you take from it?
- Purpose activates dormant abilities.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What purpose excites you enough to break your limits?
- Where have you felt your potential expand?
Another view
Not everyone finds inspiration easily or has access to such projects.
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