Art life Quote by Orison Swett Marden
““The very habit of expecting that the future is full of good things for you, that you are going to be prosperous and happy, that you are going to have a fine family, a beautiful home, and are going to stand for something, is the best kind of capital with which to start life.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Pushing to the Limits, Orison Swett Marden, 1910
Optimism and high expectations act as personal capital, fueling motivation and success in life.
In simple terms: Positive expectations are personal capital.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate hopeful expectations.
Themes
optimism
self‑belief
success
mindset
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- career planning
- relationship building
- financial goal setting
- personal development
- overcoming doubt
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑efficacy
prosperity
Questions to Reflect On
- What expectations are you holding that could empower you?
- How do you balance hope with practical planning?
A Different Perspective
Excessive optimism may ignore realistic risks and lead to disappointment.
