There is so much potential out there in young people and they aren't getting the right information or being encouraged in the right ways. This is our duty as a society.
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If you hear how wonderful you are often enough, you begin to believe it, no matter how you try to resist it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Repetition of positive affirmations can shape our self-perception over time.
This quote by Benjamin Carson highlights the power of positive reinforcement and the impact of external validation on our self-image. When we consistently hear affirming messages about ourselves, they can influence our beliefs and perceptions, leading us to internalize these positive traits, regardless of our initial resistance to them.
Themes
Self-PerceptionAffirmationBeliefValidationPositive Thinking
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about self-esteem, one might say, 'Remember, if you hear how wonderful you are often enough, you begin to believe it.'
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