What if the simple act of believing life is worth living could transform the very shape of your days?
“Be not afraid of life. Believe that life is worth living, and your belief will help create the fact.” ― William James (Note: This quote comes from the book, “The Will to Believe and Other Essays” by William James. It is available free to download at gutenberg.org).
Reflection
William James reminds us that reality often bends toward the strength of our belief. When we choose to believe life is worth living, we open doors that fear tries to keep closed. This belief doesn’t deny hardship; it transforms how we face it. A hopeful mind rises from setbacks, notices beauty others miss, and moves through the world with quiet courage. Life becomes richer, deeper, and more meaningful because we expect it to be. James urges us to become co-creators of our own lives — architects of hope, not victims of circumstance.
What belief has shaped your life for the better?
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