An intelligent mind is an inquiring mind. It is not satisfied with explanation, with conclusions. Nor is it a mind that believes, because belief is again another form of conclusion.
Bruce LeeRead
As long as I can remember I feel I have had this great creative and spiritual force within me that is greater than faith, greater than ambition, greater than confidence, greater than determination, greater than vision. It is all these combined. My brain becomes magnetized with this dominating force which I hold in my hand.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the power of an inner creative and spiritual force that surpasses typical attributes like faith and ambition.
Bruce Lee expresses that he possesses a profound creative and spiritual energy that transcends ordinary qualities such as faith, ambition, and confidence. This force, which he refers to as a 'dominating force,' combines various strengths and enables him to harness extraordinary potential and creativity in his life and endeavors.
Themes
CreativitySpiritualityInner StrengthInspirationMotivation
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to a group of young artists.
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