The real secret to success?

Short interlude today to reflect on this famous quote:

” Sow a thought and you reap an action;
sow an act and you reap a habit;
sow a habit and you reap a character;
sow a character and you reap a destiny.”
- Ralph Waldo Emerson

At first, this seems like a nifty way of presenting things…

But when you take the time to ponder these thoughts, you realize how profound Emerson’s point actually is.

How does that apply to you?

Your life?

And your efforts to achieve financial freedom?

Hmmm… I’ve got to go and do some thinking!

Talk tomorrow,
Yann

18 Responses to “The real secret to success?”

1. Bob Kaufer says:

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   A great deal of truth in a short passage.

   Bob Kaufer
   If you MOVE like the Tin Man, you will THINK like the Scarecrow and FEEL like the Lion
2. Christian Haller says:

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   It’s all about cause and effect. Form good habits and you’ll be on auto pilot. Unitl then, it’ll feel like a struggle.
   Christian Haller
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3. Steve Chambers says:

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   I always loved that quote and try to apply it.

   Steve Chambers, The Sales Expert

   Sales Eagles – Sales Coaching for high flyers
4. Rob Northrup says:

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   A life is built of days, And days are built from actions and experiences. Do some. Have some.

   Seize the Day,

   Rob
   Sales Expert For Small Business Owners
   Personal Asset Protection For Small Business Owners
5. Pam Schulz says:

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   I have always found this to be such an inspiring quote. Like most brilliant ideas, these few short lines that Emerson penned capture the essence of profound truth about success.

   Thanks for reminding me of them.
   Pam
   Invest in Your Future
6. John Ho says:

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   Yann,

   Short & beautifu!

   So is my comment :))

   John Ho
   Numerology Expert Helps Understanding Personalities for Better Influence & Persuasion (WordPress Blog)
   Numerology Expert Helps Understanding Personalities for Better Influence & Persuasion (Money Page)
7. lynn lane says:

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   True words to live by.

   If thought is the seed to greatness, action is the doorway to your destiny. Nothing happens without action.

   Actions toward people.
   Actions toward dreams and goals.
   Action toward trouble.
   Your actions put on course.

   Lynn Lane
   Success Strategies For Life
   Success Today
8. April Braswell says:

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   And after all that wonderful success sowing, indeed, we can look back upon our lives and say, “I have had a life well-lived.”

   And isn’t that something which we all want? To reflect and live out great relationships of all kinds, romantic, filial, and business.

   Best regards,

   April Braswell

   Dating Quick Start Expert, Relationship Success Coach

   Divorce Support and Bereavement Support seminar, Henderson, Las Vegas
9. Pat Becker says:

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   This is a very inspiring quote and well worth taking the time to evaluate.

   Pat
   Internet Dollars for Business Owners
10. JJ Jalopy says:

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    One of my favourites.

    Thanks Yann.

    JJ Jalopy.
    Life Coaching Business Expert JJ Jalopy
    How to become a lifecoach
11. mark mallen says:

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    As far as financial freedom, I imagine that we have to keep following through until success.Mark

    small business marketing

    ice cream marketing
12. jc mackenzie says:

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    Yann,

    Well said, a favorite quote, the greatest feats have to start with a small direction change somewhere.

    Thanks
    JC
    JC

    Butterfly Marketing
13. anthony says:

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    I always loved that quote. I guess I’ll stay tuned for tomorrows post.

    Anthony
    Achieve the Inner Balance of a Zen Monk
14. Duane Cunningham says:

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    Hi Yann,

    It is one of the most profound and powerful quotes that i have come across…so much truth in those few words!

    Duane

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15. Don Shepherd says:

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    A little time for contemplation works wonders.

    Don Shepherd
    Fishing Central Oregon
16. Lisa McLellan says:

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    Ralph Waldo Emerson – fabulous. There really is much more to it when you take time to ponder it.

    Lisa McLellan, Babysitting Services – Babysitters, Nannies, and Au-pairs
17. Darryl Pace says:

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    Yann,

    That quote is one of my favorites. It explains why we are where we are (as far as achievements are concerned), and shows us how to determine where we will likely be in the future.

    Health, Fitness — Darryl Pace
    Fitness Product Review
18. David Power says:

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    short but sweet!!! thanks alot so to the point and clear!!!

    David Power’s Hour

    Expert in Medical Hypnosis, Success Thinking and Practical Parenting