Unknown, but widely attributed in motivational literature

Overcoming Resistance Through the Power of Desire

Finally, as desire overtakes fear, the perception of failure transforms. Rather than viewing setbacks as catastrophic, growth-minded individuals see them as necessary parts of the journey. Carol Dweck’s research on the growth mindset reveals that successful people treat failure as feedback, not as definition. When fear loses its grip, resilience and persistence take its place—allowing resistance to fade and the pursuit of success to flourish. [...]

Overcoming Resistance: The Power of Desire Over Fear

Therefore, to reduce resistance, individuals can nurture their desire to succeed through visualization, positive self-talk, and setting incremental goals. Each small win builds confidence, gradually tipping the scale away from fear. Whether in entrepreneurship, athletics, or personal development, stories abound of those who persevered because their vision burned brighter than the shadows of doubt. Ultimately, success often hinges not on the absence of fear, but on the overriding strength of our longing to achieve. [...]