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Friendship Quote by Elbert Hubbard

“Whenever you go out-of-doors, draw the chin in, carry the crown of the head high, and fill the lungs to the utmost; drink in the sunshine; greet your friends with a smile, and put soul into every handclasp. Do not fear being misunderstood and do not waste a minute thinking about your enemies. Try…” quote by Elbert Hubbard
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““Whenever you go out-of-doors, draw the chin in, carry the crown of the head high, and fill the lungs to the utmost; drink in the sunshine; greet your friends with a smile, and put soul into every handclasp. Do not fear being misunderstood and do not waste a minute thinking about your enemies. Try to fix firmly in your mind what you would like to do; and then, without veering off direction, you will move straight to the goal. Keep your mind on the great and splendid things you would like to do, and then, as the days go gliding away, you will find yourself unconsciously seizing upon the opportunities that are requiered for the fulfillment of your desire, just as the coral insect takes from the running tide the element it needs. Picture in your mind the able, earnest, useful person you desire to be, and the thought you hold is hourly transforming you into that particular individual... Thought is supreme. Preserve a right mental attitude - the attitude of courage, frankness, and good cheer. To think rightly is to create. All things come through desire and every sincere prayer is answered. We become like that on which our hearts are fixed. Carry your chin in and the crown of your head high. We are good in the chrysalis.””

Elbert Hubbard

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Art of Living, 1905

Cultivate a confident, positive mindset, focus on purpose, and act with courage to attract opportunities.

In simple terms: Stay confident, purposeful, and positive to achieve goals.

Key Takeaway

Adopt a bold, purposeful attitude.

Themes

confidence purpose positivity courage mindset

Mood

inspirational determined optimistic

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • personal development
  • social interactions
  • overcoming fear
  • goal setting

Key Concepts

self‑efficacy visualization resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does confidence shape your daily choices?
  • What habits reinforce a positive mindset?
A Different Perspective

May overlook practical constraints or external factors.

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