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The Power of Quotes
To change our life
Millions of people look to a good quote for inspiration, especially during tough and challenging times. You may not have been successful at a job interview, a relationship, a sports event, or promotion.
To whom do you turn when times turn tough.
A few words from Mr. Edison may help:
I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work. Thomas Edison
What is it about quotes that is so powerful?
The attraction lies in a quotes savvy writing, splash of motivational psychology, the ability to challenge our perspective, while at the same time being both thought provoking, and often very comforting.
You may not need your own personal guru. You may just need a good quote!
Not everyone is drawn to motivational sayings, but if you are one of the many who are, you are looking to hear things like “you can do this if you try harder.” This message can be a strong incentive for you to do just that. Now you believe in the message and the quote. You have your own personal mentor. Remember, if your coach or teacher believes you can accomplish something, you are much more likely to succeed. Quotes are the same.
Rev. Martin Luther King, believes that:
If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward. Martin Luther King
We can all do that can’t we? And we keep going.
Ward Farnsworth, Dean of the University of Texas School of Law of believes that there is enormous power in the written and spoken word. He believes that individuals possess an enormous appetite and longing for well written words, and inspirational prose.
Quotes may have a primal effect on we humans. We look up to and admire some leaders; because we respect them, we can be deeply moved by their words. Some have suggested this effect is rooted in our genetic makeup. When we truly believe that some individuals are more educated, knowledgeable, or sophisticated, we trust, we listen, and are inspired.
When times get tough it is time to remember the words of Eleanor Roosevelt:
