I will just create, and if it works, it works, and if it doesn't, I'll create something else. I don't have any limitations on what I think I could do or be.
Oprah WinfreyRead
The life you want is waiting to rise up to meet you ... Will you accept it? Do you feel worthy enough to accept it?
Interpretation
The quote encourages individuals to recognize their potential and worthiness to achieve their desired life.
In this quote, Oprah Winfrey emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and the belief that the life we aspire to live is within reach. She challenges us to confront our feelings of self-worth and acceptance, motivating us to embrace opportunities that come our way, and to actively pursue the life we desire, rather than waiting passively for it to come to us.
In practice
During a motivational speech to youth, to inspire them to pursue their dreams.
I will just create, and if it works, it works, and if it doesn't, I'll create something else. I don't have any limitations on what I think I could do or be.
I have crossed over on the backs of Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman, Fannie Lou Hamer, and Madam C. J. Walker. Because of them I can now live the dream. I am the seed of the free, and I know it. I intend to bear great fruit.
I believe that one of life's greatest risks is never daring to risk.
The only courage you will need is the courage to live the life you are meant to.
I know for sure that appreciating whatever shows up for you in life changes your personal vibration. You radiate and generate more goodness for yourself when you're aware of all you have and not focusing on your have-nots.
What you're thinking, what you're saying, what you're doing, is having an impact on you and the people around you
Life's not about how hard of a hit you can give... it's about how many you can take, and still keep moving forward.
There is no substitute under the heavens for productive labor. It is the process by which dreams become realities. It is the process by which idle visions become dynamic achievements. Most of us are inherently lazy. We would rather play than work. We would rather loaf than work...But it is work that spells the difference in the life of a man or woman. It is stretching our minds and utilizing the skills of our hands that lift us from mediocrity.
You build on failure. You use it as a stepping stone. Close the door on the past. You don't try to forget the mistakes, but you don't dwell on it. You don't let it have any of your energy, or any of your time, or any of your space.
The number one cause of failure in this country is the fear of failure.
Remember to celebrate milestones as you prepare for the road ahead.
A goal properly set is halfway reached.
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