Quotes About Action

For the former, activity, any kind of activity, was an end in itself; for the latter, activity was but a progress toward the true end, which was rest, and peace of mind. Action was to be undertaken only when equilibrium was disturbed.

If there is one sin—or rather one waste—it is not doing what you have the inclination or gift for.

You can preach a better sermon with your life than with your lips.

I believe in the meaning of honor and integrity. I am an action person who feels personally responsible for making any changes in this world that are in my power . . . because if I don't, no one else will. — Mike Spann, excerpt from his CIA application

He expressed by his action his indifference to money but he was not, Harriet now knew, indifferent to the lack of it.

The true meaning of courage is to be afraid, and then, with your knees knocking and your heart racing, to step out anyway—even when that step makes sense to nobody but you. I know that's not easy. But making a bold move is the only way to truly advance toward the grandest vision the universe has for you.

Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the mext moment

Follow your feelings. If it feels right, move forward. If it doesn't feel right, don't do it.

Devote today to something so daring even you can't believe you're doing it.

You can either waltz boldly onto the stage of life and live the way you know your spirit is nudging you to, or you can sit quietly by the wall, receding into the shadows of fear and self-doubt.

Know this for sure: When you get the chance, go for it.

Make a decision and watch your life move forward.

Start embracing the life that is calling you and use your life to serve the world.

Do things you've always wanted to do. You are the single most influence on your life.

Become the change you want to see—those are words I live by. Instead of belittling, uplift.

Real courage is being afraid but doing it anyway.

Our brain is organized to act and feel before we think. This is also how our brain develops—sequentially, from the bottom up. The developing infant acts and feels, and these actions and feelings help organize how they will begin to think.

Your journey begins with a choice to get up, step out, and live fully.

The true meaning of courage is to be afraid—and then, with your knees knocking and your heart racing, take the leap anyway. Ready. Set. Go.

Why are you here? That's the ultimate question that you get to answer with every action, thought, and feeling. There is a calling on your life. What will be your answer? — Oprah

When you get the choice to sit it out or dance, I hope you dance - Wenn du wählen kannst, ob du etwas aussitzt oder tanzt, dann wird du hoffentlich tanzen.

First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do." —Epictetus

My philosophy is that not only are you responsible for your life, but doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment.

Primeiro diga a si mesmo o que deseja se tornar; Então, faça o necessário para tanto - Epiteto