Whenever your feeling is in conflict with your wish, feeling will be the victor.
Health, wealth, beauty, and genius are not created; they are only manifested by the arrangement of your mind-that is, by your concept of yourself, and your concept of yourself is all that you accept and consent to as true.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes that our perception of ourselves shapes our reality, and we manifest our true potential through our mindset.
Neville Goddard's quote suggests that attributes like health, wealth, beauty, and genius are not inherently created, but rather brought to fruition through our mental arrangement and self-concept. It highlights the power of belief and acceptance in shaping our reality; what we consider true about ourselves directly influences our manifestations in life. The quote encourages us to reflect on our self-perception and the thoughts we consent to, as they play a pivotal role in determining our life experiences.
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Example use cases
In a motivational speech to encourage students to believe in themselves.
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Only as one is willing to give up his present limitations and identity can he become that which he desires to be.
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