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Achieve Quote by Barbara Sher

“Action helps you think and raises your self-esteem. Good luck happens when you're in action. Ask yourself, "Does this go toward or away from what I want?" There's an animal in us, and it has great instincts. Scan for a desire and follow it. Set a goal, any goal, and start doing everything you can…” quote by Barbara Sher
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“Action helps you think and raises your self-esteem. Good luck happens when you're in action. Ask yourself, "Does this go toward or away from what I want?" There's an animal in us, and it has great instincts. Scan for a desire and follow it. Set a goal, any goal, and start doing everything you can think of to achieve it.”

Barbara Sher

About This Quote

Source Book: Dream It! Do It! by Barbara Sher, 1999

Taking action boosts confidence and aligns you with luck; self‑assessment of whether actions serve your goals is essential.

In simple terms: Action builds confidence and guides luck; check if actions match goals.

Key Takeaway

Act now, align actions with goals.

Themes

self‑growth confidence goal‑setting

Mood

motivational reflective

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal projects
  • fitness routines
  • creative pursuits

Key Concepts

psychology motivation instinct goal‑clarity

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do your actions reflect your true desires?
  • How can you measure progress toward goals?
A Different Perspective

Action without direction can waste effort.

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