Care Quote by William James
“If you only care enough for a result, you will almost certainly attain it. Only you must, then, really wish these things, and wish them exclusively, and not wish at the same time a hundred other incompatible things just as strongly.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Will to Believe, William James, 1897
Success depends on focused, exclusive desire; spreading wishes dilutes effectiveness.
In simple terms: Focused desire leads to success.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate single‑minded goals.
Themes
focus
desire
achievement
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
motivational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal projects
- relationship goals
- financial planning
Key Concepts
psychology
willpower
goal setting
Questions to Reflect On
- What single goal will you prioritize?
- How can you eliminate competing desires?
A Different Perspective
Multiple simultaneous goals can cause conflict and burnout.
