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“To will is to put your emotion into your desire. Simply wanting is not desire, it is merely an undirected thought with no purpose but to pass the time.” quote by Stephen Richards
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““To will is to put your emotion into your desire. Simply wanting is not desire, it is merely an undirected thought with no purpose but to pass the time.””

Stephen Richards

About This Quote

Will is directed desire; mere wanting is undirected thought lacking purpose.

In simple terms: Will is purposeful desire.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate will, not just wishes.

Themes

willpower desire intentionality

Mood

motivational analytical

Type

philosophical self-help

When to use this quote

  • goal setting
  • mindfulness
  • coaching

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What distinguishes will from wish?
  • How can you turn desire into action?
A Different Perspective

Will can be weak without discipline.

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