"Every act you have ever performed since the day you were born was performed because you wanted something"
- Andrew Carnegie
About this Quote
In this quote, Andrew Carnegie is suggesting that every action we have actually taken in our lives has actually been driven by a desire or a desire. From the minute we are born, we are continuously looking for something, whether it be physical needs like food and shelter, or psychological needs like love and acceptance. Carnegie is highlighting the truth that our actions are not random or meaningless, but rather purposeful and driven by our desires. This quote serves as a pointer that we are in control of our own lives which our actions are a reflection of our wants and motivations. It encourages us to be mindful of our desires and to make mindful options in pursuit of them.
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