Circumstances Quote by Christian D. Larson
““The way to control circumstances is to control the forces within yourself to make a greater man of yourself, and as you become greater and more competent, you will naturally gravitate into better circumstances. In this connection, we should remember that like attracts like. If you want that which is better, make yourself better. If you want to realize the ideal, make yourself more ideal. If you want better friends, make yourself a better friend. If you want to associate with people of worth, make yourself more worthy. If you want to meet that which is agreeable, make yourself more agreeable. If you want to enter conditions and circumstances that are more pleasing, make yourself more pleasing. In brief, whatever you want, produce that something in yourself, and you will positively gravitate towards the corresponding conditions in the external world.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Your Forces and How to Use Them, 1912
Personal development determines external outcomes; improving inner qualities attracts matching external circumstances.
In simple terms: Improve yourself to attract better life conditions.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner virtues to shape your environment.
Themes
self-improvement
law of attraction
personal responsibility
Mood
optimistic
reflective
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- relationship building
- health habits
- community involvement
Key Concepts
inner growth
magnetism
self-actualization
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you measure inner growth versus external success?
- What habits best reflect the qualities you seek?
A Different Perspective
Change alone may not overcome systemic barriers; external factors also matter.
