Be not afraid of life. Believe that life is worth living, and your belief will help create the fact.

William James

The Will to Believe

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Topic

Power of thought Beliefs

Author

William James

Source

The Will to Believe

Statement Type

Advice

Language

English

Time

1896 1890s 19th century

Occupation

Psychologist Academic Philosopher

From

United States

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Citation

James, William. "The Will to Believe." 1896. Lecture.

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