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Assistance Quote by Esther Hicks

“If you intend to be of assistance, your eye is not upon the trouble but upon the assistance, and that is quite different. When you are looking for a solution, you are feeling positive emotion, but when you are looking at a problem, you are feeling negative emotion.” quote by Esther Hicks
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“If you intend to be of assistance, your eye is not upon the trouble but upon the assistance, and that is quite different. When you are looking for a solution, you are feeling positive emotion, but when you are looking at a problem, you are feeling negative emotion.”

Esther Hicks

About This Quote

Source Lecture: Law of Attraction workshop, 2015

Focusing on solutions creates positive emotions, while focusing on problems generates negativity.

In simple terms: Solution focus yields positivity; problem focus yields negativity.

Key Takeaway

Shift attention to solutions for better mood.

Themes

mindset emotion problem solving

Mood

motivational analytical

Type

self‑help psychological

When to use this quote

  • coaching sessions
  • personal development
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology positive thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance problem awareness with solution focus?
  • What emotions arise when you shift perspective?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting problems can lead to unresolved issues.

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