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“everything comes if a man would only wait. I have brought myself, by long meditation, to the conviction that a human being with a settled purpose, must accomplish it and that nothing can resist a will that will stake even existence for its fulfillment”.” quote by Earl Nightingale
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““everything comes if a man would only wait. I have brought myself, by long meditation, to the conviction that a human being with a settled purpose, must accomplish it and that nothing can resist a will that will stake even existence for its fulfillment”.””

Earl Nightingale

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A steadfast purpose, combined with patient waiting, can overcome any obstacle, even at great personal cost.

In simple terms: Strong purpose and patience defeat resistance.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate clear purpose and patience.

Themes

purpose patience willpower

Mood

determined inspirational

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • long‑term projects
  • spiritual practice
  • goal setting

Key Concepts

philosophy motivation determinism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What purpose drives you?
  • Are you willing to sacrifice for it?
A Different Perspective

Unyielding will may lead to burnout or neglect of balance.

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