#Wholehearted Dedication

Van Gogh’s Wholehearted Quest for Creative Truth

Contemporary psychology calls the blend of passion and perseverance grit, a term linked to long-term excellence more than short bursts of talent (Angela Duckworth, Grit, 2016). Likewise, growth mindset research shows that abilities expand with sustained effort and feedback (Carol Dweck, 2006), while studies of creative lives highlight long arcs of iteration before breakthroughs (Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, Creativity, 1996). Van Gogh’s sentence anticipates these findings in human terms: first orient the heart, then build the habits that allow it to endure. In returning to his words, we inherit both a challenge and a map. [...]

Do Your Work with Your Whole Heart, and You Will Succeed - Elbert Hubbard

Elbert Hubbard was an American writer and philosopher in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was a proponent of the Arts and Crafts movement and emphasized the significance of individuality in work and craftsmanship. [...]

The Secret of Success: Putting Your Heart, Mind, and Soul into Every Act - Swami Sivananda

Swami Sivananda was a prominent Indian yogi and spiritual teacher who promoted the integration of intellect, emotion, and spirituality in one’s life. His teachings reflect the broader philosophical traditions of selfless service and the pursuit of personal excellence in Indian spirituality. [...]

Discover Your World and Give Yourself to It Wholeheartedly — Buddha

The quote serves as inspirational guidance, motivating individuals to seek out their unique journey in life and to pursue it with dedication and passion. [...]