Focus Quote by John O'Leary
““Because whatever we focus on in life grows. Focus on the bad and it is multiplied, it’s everywhere (watch the news tonight if you don’t believe me. Reporters are experts at this). Focus on the good and it expands, it’s all around.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: The Power of Focus (2015)
What you focus on expands; focusing on negativity multiplies it, focusing on positivity enlarges good.
In simple terms: Focus determines growth of good or bad.
Key Takeaway
Choose positive focus.
Themes
mindset
attention
growth
Mood
motivational
thoughtful
Type
self-help
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- media consumption
- goal setting
Key Concepts
psychology
neuroscience
wellbeing
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you habitually focus on?
- How can you shift focus to good?
A Different Perspective
Negativity bias can be hard to overcome.
