Achieve Quote by Paul Cezanne
“I should have wished to possess the intellectual equilibrium that characterizes you and permits you to achieve without fail the desired end... Chance has not favoured me with an equal self-assurance, it is the only regret I have about things of this earth.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unknown, 19th century, possibly correspondence
The speaker envies another's steady confidence and ability to succeed, feeling regret over his own lack of self-assurance.
In simple terms: Regret over missing confidence and success.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑confidence.
Themes
self‑esteem
regret
confidence
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- career goals
- creative projects
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑efficacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to strengthen self‑assurance?
- How does comparing yourself to others hinder growth?
A Different Perspective
Confidence can be built over time, not instantly granted.
