"What the mind of man can
conceive and believe, it can achieve" by Napoleon Hill
This powerful statement made by Napoleon
Hill has inspired me. Indeed it seems corny which many could have probably heard of
this. My interest in his philosophy has led me to discover and read his perennial top-seller book: Think and Grow Rich.
This book encompasses many interviews of very successful people (e.g. Andrew Carnegie, Henry Ford) whom –
through the power of their desire, will, perseverance and faith – have attain
great achievement in the aspects of wealth and astonishing accomplishments.
In today’s society, there are too much information, opinions and
views, which could potentially drown many young minds of today’s generation.
Because of fears and uncertainties, many dare not follow their dreams and
passion. As a result, many will be trapped by dogmas, living their life of what
other people believe is ‘supposingly’ correct. I am not excluded from this population as well. I am skeptical
about living a life propels by one’s dream. There is some sort of warfare going on in my inner world that I sometimes, feel inadequate. Personally, I do not want to live my
life indifferently.
This book has effectively strengthened my thought
processes. It is imperative to defend our own set of beliefs from the naysayers – who are lurking around to devour us anytime.
I have learned many important lessons from the philosophy of
success by the author. His philosophy has livened my world, which I can now put
on a new lens to perceive how I should live my life that I desire. Saying is
cheap and easy. How can I put them into practice?
In order to live a fulfilling life that is fuel by passion and its
ultimate desires, the very first step for me will be mediating and planning on
my definite purpose – believing that I can.
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Lao tzu
