Attitude Quote by Thomas Carlyle
“It is not a lucky word, this name impossible; no good comes of those who have it so often in their mouths.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Sartor Resartus, 1833
The word “impossible” is a curse that brings misfortune to those who utter it frequently.
In simple terms: Labeling things impossible invites failure.
Key Takeaway
Avoid fatalistic language.
Themes
language
mindset
failure
optimism
curses
Mood
cautionary
motivational
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- Goal setting
- personal affirmations
- team brainstorming
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Self‑fulfilling prophecy
semantic influence
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When is caution more useful than optimism?
- How does language shape outcomes?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on positivity can ignore real constraints.
