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A collection of famous quotes by William James, a leading pragmatist and psychologist.

2020.05.22
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William James(William James)NietzscheLined upA leading American philosopher and psychologistHe is also, alongside Charles Sanders Peirce and John Dewey,He is also renowned as a leading figure in "pragmatism" (the philosophy that the truth of things is judged by the results of actual experience).His works cover a wide range of fields, including philosophy, psychology, and physiology.JungHe also appreciated his pragmatism.

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Quotes by William James

If you want to experience what it's like to be a hero, you need to summon all your strength and act like one.
Generally speaking, humans live within a much narrower range than their own limits, and they leave their various abilities unused and unutilized.
It's difficult to draw a line between what a person claims to be themselves and what they simply possess.
Humans have a nature that allows them to become what they want to be.
A change of heart leads to a change of actions. A change of actions leads to a change of habits. A change of habits leads to a change of character. A change of character leads to a change of destiny.
Compared to our potential, our current selves are not even half as complete as we could be.
We only utilize a small fraction of our physical and mental capabilities.
Failing to make a choice when one is required is itself a form of choice.
The greatest way to use one's life is to use it for something that will continue even after one's life ends.
Humans don't sing because they're happy; they become happy because they sing.
The only thing that can make an endeavor that may or may not succeed a success is to first believe that it can be done.
Believe that life is worthwhile. Your belief will then create the reality that life is worthwhile.
Without conviction, you cannot achieve remarkable results.
Act as if your actions will bring about change. That is what brings about change.
The greatest discovery of my generation is that by changing one's mindset, one can change their life.
We are only half as awake as we should be.
Accept things as they are. Accepting what has happened is the first step to overcoming unfortunate consequences.
Once you've made a decision and it's time to act, completely let go of any responsibility or worry about the outcome.
Wisdom is learning what to turn a blind eye to.
Whatever the plan may be, the most important factor is your belief.
The best use of one's life is to spend it on something that will last longer.
We don't laugh because we're having fun; we're having fun because we laugh.
This life is worth living, because you create your own life.
There is nothing more pathetic than a person who has no habits other than indecisiveness.
The best way to understand what is normal is to learn about abnormality.
No matter how many wise sayings and famous quotes you know, or how good your character is, if you don't take concrete action whenever an opportunity arises, your character will not improve at all.
Whatever the plan, the most important factor is your belief. Without belief, you cannot achieve great results.
A great many people mistakenly believe they are "thinking" when they are merely reconstructing their own prejudices.
The most fundamental characteristic of human nature is the desire to be appreciated.
Believe that life is worth living. That belief will create that reality.
Do not confront unpleasant situations. Even if you cannot tolerate them, accept them. If you make an effort to do so, things will work out.
Pessimism leads to weakness, while optimism leads to strength.
People can change their lives by changing their mindset. This is the greatest discovery of our time.
Don't miss the opportunity to take action.
If you strive for sufficient results, you've practically achieved them.
The only thing that can make an attempt that may or may not succeed work is to first believe that it can.
There is nothing sadder than happy memories. There is nothing more enjoyable than painful memories.
If you've lost your cheerfulness, the best way to regain it is to act and speak as if you're cheerful.
If you visualize the image of what you want to happen and hold onto that image, soon it will happen exactly as you envisioned.
The greatest enemy that hinders a happy life is not outside of you, but within you. In other words, it lurks within your own heart.

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