Arise Quote by W. Clement Stone
“When you become successful and a depression or any other unfavorable circumstance arises which causes you a loss or defeat, act on the self-motivator: Success is achieved by those who try and maintained by those who keep trying with a positive mental attitude. This is the way to avoid being crushed.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Success Through a Positive Mental Attitude, 1959
Persistence and optimism transform setbacks into stepping stones toward continued achievement.
In simple terms: Keep trying with optimism to avoid being crushed.
Key Takeaway
Maintain a positive attitude during adversity.
Themes
resilience
optimism
success
Mood
encouraging
determined
Type
self‑help
motivational
When to use this quote
- career setbacks
- health challenges
- personal loss
Key Concepts
mindset
perseverance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does optimism help you overcome defeat?
- What strategies support resilience beyond attitude?
A Different Perspective
Optimism alone may not solve systemic issues.
