Quote by Samuel Smiles

Hope... is the companion of power, and the mother of success for who so hopes has within him the gift of miracles.

Hope... is the companion of power, and the mother of success

Summary

This quote emphasizes the profound connection between hope and personal achievements. It highlights that hope serves as a companion to power, suggesting that having a positive and optimistic outlook can amplify one's ability to accomplish their goals. The quote also suggests that hope has a transformative quality, referring to it as the mother of success and the catalyst for miracles. It implies that when individuals possess hope, they possess a unique ability to manifest extraordinary outcomes and transcend limitations.

By Samuel Smiles

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