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Attention Quote by Emmet Fox

“Attention is the key to life. Whatever you really give your attention to, you become. Whatever you really concentrate upon will come into your life. We grow into the thing that fills our thoughts as inevitably as the stream merges into the ocean at last.” quote by Emmet Fox
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“Attention is the key to life. Whatever you really give your attention to, you become. Whatever you really concentrate upon will come into your life. We grow into the thing that fills our thoughts as inevitably as the stream merges into the ocean at last.”

Emmet Fox

About This Quote

Source Book: The Sermon on the Mount, Emmet Fox, 1932

Focusing attention shapes identity and reality; what we concentrate on manifests in our lives.

In simple terms: Attention creates what you become.

Key Takeaway

Direct focus to desired outcomes.

Themes

focus manifestation identity mindset

Mood

thoughtful inspired

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • goal setting
  • personal growth
  • habit formation
  • career planning

Key Concepts

Law of Attraction self-fulfilling prophecy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are you consistently thinking about?
  • How does your focus influence your actions?
A Different Perspective

Attention is limited; over‑focus can cause neglect of other areas.

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