Business Quote by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
“...if we expended all our energies solely on taking care of our own needs we would stop growing. In that respect what we call "soul" can be viewed as the surplus energy that can be invested into change and transformation. As such, it is the cutting edge of evolution.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience, 1990
If we only satisfy personal needs, we halt development; the soul is surplus energy for change, driving evolution.
In simple terms: Self‑transcendence fuels growth.
Key Takeaway
Invest surplus energy in transformation.
Themes
growth
self‑transcendence
evolution
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- community service
- innovation
- social activism
Key Concepts
psychology
energy allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you allocate surplus energy to others?
- What limits your willingness to invest in change?
A Different Perspective
Balancing self‑care with altruism can be challenging.
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