Possunt, quia posse videntur.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- They can, because they seem able.
- In plain terms
- Believing you can do something makes it possible.
- What can you take from it?
- Confidence creates ability.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What fuels your ability?
- Is belief enough?
Another view
False confidence can lead to failure too.
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