Quote by John D. MacDonald
Your mind, which is yourself, can be likened to a house. The first necessary move then, is to rid that house of all but furnishings essential to success.

Summary
This quote suggests that our mind is like a house and in order to achieve success, we need to clear it of unnecessary things. Comparing the mind to a house implies that just as we declutter a house to create a more functional space, we must eliminate thoughts, beliefs, and distractions that hinder our progress. By getting rid of non-essential mental clutter, we can create a clear and focused mindset that is conducive to success.