Accomplished Quote by Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel
“We assert then that nothing has been accomplished without interest on the part of the actors; and — if interest be called passion, inasmuch as the whole individuality, to the neglect of all other actual or possible interests and claims, is devoted to an object with every fibre of volition, concentrating all its desires and powers upon it — we may affirm absolutely that nothing great in the World has been accomplished without passion.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Phenomenology of Spirit, 1807
Great achievements require deep, all‑consuming passion that drives a person’s entire will toward a single aim.
In simple terms: Passion fuels great accomplishments.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate focused passion for your goals.
Themes
passion
achievement
willpower
Mood
determined
inspired
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- scientific discovery
- political reform
- entrepreneurial ventures
Key Concepts
existentialism
motivation
human agency
Questions to Reflect On
- What does passion look like in your life?
- How can you balance passion with other responsibilities?
A Different Perspective
Passion can blind one to other values or lead to burnout.
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