[Speech] WHAT LIES BEHIND US AND WHAT LIES BEFORE US ARE TINY MATTERS COMPARED TO WHAT LIES WITHIN US. - Emerson's Inner Strength

Power of inner qualities over external circumstances

Ralph Waldo Emerson reflected on the significance of personal strengths and qualities as far more influential than past events or future challenges. His philosophical teachings encourage focusing on inner resources to navigate life’s complexities.

Background

1. Ralph Waldo Emerson

2. Philosopher and Writer

3. Essay, mid-19th century