William James Quotes

William James (American philosopher and psychologist, 1842 – 1910). Below are 4 quotes by William James from QuotePlace, each as a text quote card.

American philosopher and psychologist · 1842 – 1910

William James was an American philosopher and psychologist, regarded as a founder of modern psychology and a leading thinker of pragmatism. His works include The Principles of Psychology (1890), The Varieties of Religious Experience and Pragmatism.

Quotes by William James

1.The greatest discovery of our generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind. As you think, so shall you be.
2.Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.
3.To change ones life, start immediately, do it flamboyantly, no exceptions.
4.The deepest craving of human nature is the need to be appreciated.

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