Example Quote by Rachel Hollis
“If you decide on a goal - for example, 'I'm going to write a novel' or 'I'm going to run a 10K' - your subconscious will formulate the likelihood of that happening based on past experiences.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Girl, Wash Your Face, 2018
Your subconscious predicts success of a goal using past experiences, shaping confidence and effort.
In simple terms: Mindset shapes outcome based on past.
Key Takeaway
Align goals with positive past experiences.
Themes
goal setting
mindset
confidence
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- starting a new project
- training for a race
- learning a skill
- overcoming self‑doubt
Key Concepts
self‑efficacy
probability bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you reframe past setbacks to boost confidence?
- What evidence supports your goal’s feasibility?
A Different Perspective
Past failures may skew perception, causing undue pessimism.
