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Rewire Your Thinking With 10 Quotes You (Probably) Haven’t Heard Before
All killer, no filler, straight-up inspiration
Some of these quotes are non-attributed as I could not find the original source, I merely stumbled upon them and found them to be profound enough to be added here. Now I want to share them. So why delay? Let’s begin.
1. “Focus on pleasing outcomes, not pleasing actions.”
This subtle shift in focus makes all the difference. Seek pleasure if you like, but it’s where you derive your pleasure from that’s key. Immediate gratification is transient, delayed gratification lasts. Getting drunk and not going to the gym is a pleasurable action. Staying sober and having a great workout is a pleasing outcome. Focus on outcomes.
2. “The opposite to bravery is conformity.” – Rollo May
It’s easy to lie to ourselves about what we’re running from, especially when conforming comes with a side order of social praise. Cowardice, for the most part, doesn’t present itself as quivering and crying under a table, instead, it plays out as pandering to the approval of others. Your need for acceptance will make you invisible in this world. Playing it safe is the most dangerous thing you can do. Bravery…
