Skip to content

Courage Quote by Zig Ziglar

“The first step to getting what you want is to have the courage to get rid of what you don't.” quote by Zig Ziglar
Download Open image
“The first step to getting what you want is to have the courage to get rid of what you don't.”

Zig Ziglar

About This Quote

Source Book: See You Later, Alligator by Zig Ziglar, 1975

Achieving goals requires discarding unhelpful habits or possessions with courage.

In simple terms: Remove what holds you back to get what you want.

Key Takeaway

Let go of the unnecessary.

Themes

courage self‑improvement goal‑setting

Mood

determined optimistic

Type

motivational self‑help

When to use this quote

  • decluttering home
  • changing career
  • ending relationships
  • financial budgeting

Key Concepts

minimalism decision‑making personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What is one thing you could release today?
  • How does letting go create space for new opportunities?
A Different Perspective

Courage may be hard to summon when attachments are strong.

4.3 out of 5 (8 ratings)

More by Zig Ziglar

Explore all 788 Zig Ziglar quotes

More Courage quotes

Browse all 14,559 Courage quotes