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Greatness Quote by Napoleon Hill

“Thoughts which a man deliberately places in his own mind, and encourages with sympathy, and with which he mixes any one or more of the emotions, constitute the motivating forces, which direct and control his every movement, act, and deed! Comes, now, a very significant statement” quote by Napoleon Hill
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““Thoughts which a man deliberately places in his own mind, and encourages with sympathy, and with which he mixes any one or more of the emotions, constitute the motivating forces, which direct and control his every movement, act, and deed! Comes, now, a very significant statement””

Napoleon Hill

About This Quote

Source Book: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill, 1937

Our thoughts, blended with emotions, shape our motivations and drive all actions and decisions.

In simple terms: Thoughts and feelings guide behavior.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate positive, purposeful thoughts.

Themes

motivation mindset self‑control

Mood

determined reflective

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • goal setting
  • habit formation
  • leadership
  • personal development

Key Concepts

psychology emotional intelligence cognitive framing

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you notice emotions influencing your thoughts?
  • What thoughts could you replace to improve outcomes?
A Different Perspective

Negative thoughts can undermine the same process.

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