A habit cannot be tossed out the window; it must be coaxed d... - William James

"A habit cannot be tossed out the window; it must be coaxed down the stairs, one step at a time."

William James Change

Psychologist, Philosopher American 1842–1910

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"The greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind."

"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does."

"The only way out is through."

"Does consciousness exist? I say yes."

"Change brings new opportunities."

"Every day is a new opportunity."

"Healing doesn't mean forgetting."

"You either get better or you get bitter."