Anticipation Quote by Esther Hicks
“When the desire is born, right away you start counting yourselves a failure, because you've got this desire that hasn't been satisfied. Know that you never get it done! And since you never get it done, it's time to stop being unhappy about what's undone, because most of it is undone! You are an eternal being. Most of it is undone. Instead of taking score about what's been achieved - we want you to start feeling anticipation about what is still to arrive.”
About This Quote
Source Workshop: Law of Attraction Seminar, 2015
Desire creates a feeling of inadequacy when unmet; instead, embrace anticipation for future possibilities and accept ongoing incompleteness.
In simple terms: Desire can cause frustration; focus on future hope.
Key Takeaway
Shift focus from lack to future anticipation.
Themes
desire
frustration
anticipation
acceptance
eternity
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
self-help
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- goal setting
- mental health
- creative visualization
Key Concepts
psychology
mindset
spiritual growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance desire with contentment?
- What practices help cultivate forward-looking optimism?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on desire may lead to chronic dissatisfaction.
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