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“Only when you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, will you be successful.” quote by Eric Thomas
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““Only when you want to succeed as bad as you want to breathe, will you be successful.””

Eric Thomas

About This Quote

Source Speech: Motivational Talk, 2016

Success requires the same intensity and urgency as basic survival; only then can you achieve it.

In simple terms: Treat goals like breathing.

Key Takeaway

Pursue goals with relentless urgency.

Themes

determination success urgency

Mood

energetic focused

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • personal fitness
  • academic achievement

Key Concepts

psychological drive goal setting

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “as bad as you want to breathe” mean to you?
  • How can you sustain this intensity?
A Different Perspective

Intensity without balance can cause burnout.

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