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Motivation is when you get hold of an idea and carry it through to its conclusion, inspiration is the reverse. An idea gets hold of you and carries you where you are intended to go.
Wayne Dyer
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Motivation involves personally driving an idea to completion, while inspiration occurs when an idea influences you to take action.

This quote by Wayne Dyer emphasizes the difference between motivation and inspiration. Motivation is a force that comes from within, pushing an individual to pursue and accomplish their goals, driven by their own initiative. In contrast, inspiration is depicted as an external force that captures a person's imagination, guiding them toward their purpose or destiny. Essentially, motivation requires personal effort and perseverance, while inspiration often entails a natural pull towards opportunities and creative expression.

Themes

MotivationInspirationIdeasActionGoals

In practice

Example use cases

In a motivational speech to students about pursuing their dreams.

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