Believe Quote by Cicely Tyson
“I think when you begin to think of yourself as having achieved something, then there's nothing left for you to work towards. I want to believe that there is a mountain so high that I will spend my entire life striving to reach the top of it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Oprah Winfrey Show, 2015
Believing you have already succeeded can halt growth; instead, envision an ever‑higher goal to keep striving.
In simple terms: Thinking you’ve succeeded stops progress; aim for a higher mountain.
Key Takeaway
Set ever‑higher goals to stay motivated.
Themes
growth
ambition
purpose
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career development
- personal fitness
- creative projects
- lifelong learning
Key Concepts
self‑actualization
continuous improvement
Questions to Reflect On
- What “mountain” can you define for your life?
- How do you balance satisfaction with ongoing ambition?
A Different Perspective
If you truly feel accomplished, you may lose drive to improve.
