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> # Possunt, quia posse videntur.

[Virgil](https://quotesby.net/Virgil)\#17

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## About this quote

What does it mean?They can, because they seem able.In plain termsBelieving you can do something makes it possible.What can you take from it?Confidence creates ability.

### Where it applies

- leading others
- facing challenges

### Putting it to work

- boosting morale
- acting bravely

### Questions to consider

- What fuels your ability?
- Is belief enough?

### Another view

False confidence can lead to failure too.

## More from Virgil

1. > Varium et mutabile semper femina.

[Permalink to quote \#16](https://quotesby.net/Virgil/16/ "Permalink to quote 16")
2. > Tu ne cede malis, sed contra audentior ito.

[Permalink to quote \#18](https://quotesby.net/Virgil/18/ "Permalink to quote 18")
3. > Improbe Amor, quid non mortalia pectora cogis!

[Permalink to quote \#15](https://quotesby.net/Virgil/15/ "Permalink to quote 15")

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