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“Whenever you permit yourself to think what persons, things, conditions, or circumstances may suggest, you are not following what you want to think. You are not following your own desires but borrowed desires. Use your imagination in determining what you want to think or do.” quote by Christian D. Larson
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“Whenever you permit yourself to think what persons, things, conditions, or circumstances may suggest, you are not following what you want to think. You are not following your own desires but borrowed desires. Use your imagination in determining what you want to think or do.”

Christian D. Larson

About This Quote

It advises freeing oneself from inherited or imposed thoughts, encouraging imagination to shape personal desires and actions.

In simple terms: Break free from borrowed thoughts; use imagination.

Key Takeaway

Think and act authentically.

Themes

self‑growth imagination autonomy

Mood

motivational empowering

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • goal setting
  • creative thinking
  • decision making

Key Concepts

psychology self‑help

Questions to Reflect On

  • What thoughts are truly yours?
  • How can imagination guide your decisions?
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