Quote by Leo Buscaglia

There are two big forces at work, external and internal. We have very little control over external forces such as tornadoes, earthquakes, floods, disasters, illness and pain. What really matters is the internal force. How do I respond to those disasters? Over that I have complete control.

There are two big forces at work, external and internal. We

Summary

This quote highlights the distinction between external forces and internal responses. External forces represent events or circumstances beyond our control, such as natural disasters, illness, or unfortunate situations. The quote suggests that while we have limited control over external forces, our reactions and responses to these events are solely determined by our internal force - our mindset and attitude. It stresses the importance of focusing on how we choose to respond to adversity, claiming that our reactions are within our complete control and can ultimately influence the outcome of challenging situations.

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Attitude

By Leo Buscaglia

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