Accomplish your goals Quote by Doris Kearns Goodwin
““Having hope,” writes Daniel Goleman in his study of emotional intelligence, “means that one will not give in to overwhelming anxiety, a defeatist attitude, or depression in the face of difficult challenges or setbacks.” Hope is “more than the sunny view that everything will turn out all right”; it is “believing you have the will and the way to accomplish your goals.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman, 1995
Hope sustains effort by preventing anxiety and defeatism, providing belief in personal agency to meet goals.
In simple terms: Hope keeps you moving despite challenges.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate hope to overcome setbacks.
Themes
resilience
optimism
psychology
goal‑setting
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career challenges
- health recovery
- academic pursuits
- personal crises
Key Concepts
self‑efficacy
emotional regulation
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance hope with realistic planning?
- What fuels your hope during setbacks?
A Different Perspective
Hope can become unrealistic optimism if not grounded.
