If I have lost confidence in myself, I have the universe against me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Losing self-confidence puts one in opposition to the entire universe.
- In plain terms
- Without self-trust, everything works against you.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-confidence aligns you with the universe.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does doubt affect you?
- What builds your confidence?
Another view
It overstates the power of mindset over external realities.
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