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“everything comes if a man would only wait. I have brought myself, by long meditation, to the conviction that a human being with a settled purpose, must accomplish it and that nothing can resist a will that will stake even existence for its fulfillment”.” quote by Earl Nightingale
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““everything comes if a man would only wait. I have brought myself, by long meditation, to the conviction that a human being with a settled purpose, must accomplish it and that nothing can resist a will that will stake even existence for its fulfillment”.””

Earl Nightingale

About This Quote

Source Speech: Personal Development Talk, 1950s

A steadfast purpose, combined with patient waiting, can overcome any obstacle, even at great personal cost.

In simple terms: Strong purpose and patience defeat resistance.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate clear purpose and patience.

Themes

purpose patience willpower

Mood

determined inspirational

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • long‑term projects
  • spiritual practice
  • goal setting

Key Concepts

philosophy motivation determinism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What purpose drives you?
  • Are you willing to sacrifice for it?
A Different Perspective

Unyielding will may lead to burnout or neglect of balance.

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