Desire

Quotes on desire.

It is for us to pray not for tasks equal to our powers, but for powers equal to our tasks, to go forward with a great desire forever beating at the door of our hearts as we travel toward our distant goal.
- Helen Keller

There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere, and many of us will have to pass through the valley of the shadow of death again and again before we reach the mountaintop of our desires.”
-Nelson Mandela
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Dreams can become a reality when we possess a vision that is characterized by the willingness to work hard, a desire for excellence, and a belief in our right and our responsiblity to be equal members of society.
- Janet Jackson

When what we are is what we want to be, that’s happiness.
- Malcolm Forbes

Yet it is in this loneliness that the deepest activities begin. It is here that you discover act without motion, labor that is profound repose, vision in obscurity, and, beyond all desire, a fulfillment whose limits extend to infinity.
- Thomas Merton

In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.
- Bill Cosby

I hope the millions of people I’ve touched have the optimism and desire to share their goals and hard work and persevere with a positive attitude.
- Michael Jordan