Discover the wisdom and motivation that fueled Arnold Schwarzenegger’s remarkable success with these empowering quotes. Click a link to jump to your section of interest!
Life’s six rules for success. Trust yourself. Break some rules. Don’t be afraid to fail. Ignore the naysayers. Work like hell. Give something back. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I cannot – nor will not – be ordinary. I have to keep training and seeking and growing. I have to stay hungry. It is my will and so has become my nature. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Pain makes me grow. Growing is what I want. Therefore, for me pain is pleasure. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I can multi-task very well. But I know exactly when to block off anything coming in from the outside and just stay focused on the film. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Forget plan B. To test yourself and grow, you have to operate without a safety net. Arnold Schwarzenegger Success Quotes
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What is the point of being on this Earth if you are going to be like everyone else and avoid trouble? Arnold Schwarzenegger
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If you want to be a champion you cannot have any kind of an outside negative force coming in to deflect you. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Self-confidence is something caught and not taught. And, risk-running and chance-taking are the only ways to catch it. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The mind is the limit. As long as the mind can envision the fact that you can do something, you can do it, as long as you really believe 100 percent. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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My definition of living is to have excitement always; that’s the difference between living and existing. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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All of our deeply held dreams and aspirations require us to build on our common bonds. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Desire something and don’t just care what you have to go through to get it. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Every morning you have two options. Continue to sleep with your dreams or wake up and chase them. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Climate change: I say the debate is over. We know the science, we see the threat and we know that the time for action is now. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The facts are there that we have create a self-inflicted wound through global warming. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Together, we must renew our continued commitment to serve and pledge to bring a positive change to our communities. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I think that if you grow up trying to be the best then you have to be competitive because the more you compete, the more someone is there that is a challenge and the more your performance improves. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You have to fight, you have to have courage for what you really want. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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For me life is continuously being hungry. The meaning of life is not simply to exist, to survive, but to move ahead, to go up, to achieve, to conquer. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I’m addicted to exercising and I have to do something every day. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I love it when people say that something can’t be done. That’s when I really get motivated; I like to prove them wrong. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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People who say it is impossible, should not interrupt those who are trying to make it possible. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Through discipline, and determination one can change anything and everything about him – his habits, his outlook on life. Arnold Schwarzenegger Success Quotes
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But no matter what you do in life, selling is a part of it. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The last three or four reps is what makes the muscle grow. This area of pain divides the champion from someone else who is not a champion. That’s what most people lack, having the guts to go on and just say they’ll go through the pain no matter what happens. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Life may be full of pain but that’s not an excuse to give up. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I was very glad I could afford to say no. With the income from my businesses, I didn’t need money from acting. I never wanted to be in a financially vulnerable position, where I had to take a part I didn’t like. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Bodybuilding is much like any other sport. To be successful, you must dedicate yourself 100% to your training, diet and mental approach. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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It is going to be tough if you look for the easy way out because very rarely is there an easy way out. There is nothing that replaces hard work. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The pain you feel today will be the strength you feel tomorrow. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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In our society, the women who break down barriers are those who ignore limits. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The words I Can’t should be permanently stricken from your vocabulary, especially the vocabulary of your thoughts. You must see yourself always growing and improving. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The future is green energy, sustainability, renewable energy. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Always listen to your inner voice, your instincts. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You must have a sincere and burning desire to achieve what you dream, dedicate yourself to making progress, and take control of your circumstances to change your body. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I always stay hungry, never satisfied with current accomplishments. Arnold Schwarzenegger
Inspirational Arnold Schwarzenegger Success Quotes About Life
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Discipline is what you use when you don’t want to do something, when you have to force yourself. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The pain that you hold is yours. There is not a single pain quite like it. Nobody else on God’s green earth can feel this pain, or have the indescribable feeling of pride you will have when you overcome it. This pain is not your curse; this pain is your privilege. Arnold Schwarzenegger Success Quotes
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I believe in the philosophy of staying hungry. If you have a dream and it becomes a reality, don’t stay satisfied too long. Make up a new dream and hunt after that one and turn it into a reality. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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But life is richer when we embrace the multitudes we all contain, even if we aren’t consistent and what we do doesn’t always make sense, even to us. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Experiencing pain in your muscles and aching, that’s what makes the muscle grow. and that divides one from being a champion and one from not being a champion. If you can go through this pain barrier, you may get to be a champion. If You can’t go through it, forget it. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You must see it. You must believe it. And then you must never stop working to make it happen. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Look for small victories and build on that. Each small victory, even if it is just getting up five minutes earlier, gives you confidence. You realize that these little victories make you feel great, and you keep going. You realize that being paralyzed by fear of failure is worse than failure. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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We all have great inner power. The power is self-faith. There’s really an attitude to winning. You have to see yourself winning before you win. And you have to be hungry. You have to want to conquer. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Be hungry for success, hungry to make your mark, hungry to be seen and to be heard and to have an effect. And as you move up and become successful, make sure also to be hungry for helping others. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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All I know is that the first step is to create a vision, because when you see the vision-the beautiful vision-that creates the want power. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You never want to fail because you didn’t work hard enough. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You’ve got to believe in yourself, you’ve got to have a very clear vision, and you’ve got have the fire in the belly and go out and not be shy with working because it takes a lot of work. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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What we face may look insurmountable. But I learned something from all those years of training and competing. I learned something from all those sets and reps when I didn’t think I could lift another ounce of weight. What I learned is that we are always stronger than we know. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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If I would have listened to the naysayers, I would still be in the Austrian Alps yodeling. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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If I train the hardest, run the longest, go beyond what anyone else has the mental determination to do, I will be the winner. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The worst thing I can be is the same as everybody else. I hate that. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Vision creates faith and faith creates willpower. With faith there is no anxiety and no doubt – just absolute confidence in yourself. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I think that the best profession or the best thing to do is to be a public servant. I mean there’s nothing better than working for the people – for the common people and being a public servant, and I have seen this. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I had a clear vision of myself winning the Mr. Universe contest. It was a very spiritual thing, in a way, because I had such faith in the route, the path, that there was never a question in my mind that I would make it. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Combating climate change requires collaboration with many levels of government. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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My vision of where I wanted to go in life was not normal. The whole idea of a conventional existence was like Kryptonite to me. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I’m sure a lot of people out there make mistakes. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Training gives us an outlet for suppressed energies created by stress and thus tones the spirit just as exercise conditions the body. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Failure is not an option. Everyone has to succeed. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You cannot get tired if you’re interested in what you do. That’s the key thing. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The day is 24 hours; 6 hours we sleep, so you have left 18 hours. So don’t ever give me this thing “I’m working 12 hours so I don’t have time to exercise and to work out.” Or “I don’t have time to study another language” and all these kind of things. Arnold Schwarzenegger Success Quotes
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Confidence comes from victory, but strength comes from the struggle. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You have to remember something: Everybody pities the weak; jealousy you have to earn. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I think actions speak louder than words. You can do all the hyping you want. It doesn’t mean anything. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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With strength and determination you can do anything you want in life, as long as you believe in yourself, because if you don’t, no one else will. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Create a vision of who you want to be, and then live into that picture as if it were already true. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Trust yourself, no matter what anyone else thinks. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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If I can see it and believe it, then I can achieve it. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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When you build a career, you should never imitate anybody. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I never argued with people who underestimated me. If the accent and the muscles and the movies made people think I was stupid, it worked to my advantage. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Always keep in mind that training stimulates growth, but that actual growth takes place while you are resting. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I don’t walk away from things that I think are unfinished. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I am a big believer in education, because when I grew up in Austria – when I grew up in Austria I had a great education. I had great teachers. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Don’t be afraid to fail. Anything I’ve ever attempted, I was always willing to fail. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Just like in bodybuilding, failure is also a necessary experience for growth in our own lives, for if we’re never tested to our limits, how will we know how strong we really are? How will we ever grow? Arnold Schwarzenegger
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From the bodybuilding days on, I learned that everything is reps and mileage. The more miles you ski, the better a skier you become; the more reps you do, the better your body. I’m a big believer in hard work, grinding it out, and not stopping until it’s done, so the challenge appealed to me. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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What I learned is that we are always stronger than we know. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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It is impossible to be a maverick or a true original if you’re too well behaved and don’t want to break the rules. You have to think outside the box. That’s what I believe. After all, what is the point of being on this earth if all you want to do is be liked by everyone and avoid trouble? Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The mind always fails first, not the body. The secret is to make your mind work for you, not against you. Arnold Schwarzenegger Success Quotes
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The mind is incredible. Once you’ve gained mastery over it, channelling its powers positively, for your purpose you can do anything. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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To be successful, however, you must be brutal with yourself and focus on the flaws. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I think that the only way that you really keep it a secret is by not telling anyone. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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There are no shortcuts – everything is reps, reps, reps. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I’m a big believer in hard work, grinding it out, and not stopping until it’s done. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I will not fail, I will not disappoint you, I will not let you down. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I’m obsessed with packing in as much work as possible during each day, simply because there is only so much time you have in a lifetime. There is nothing better than to go home at night and know that you’ve done everything that you could do to accomplish your work. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I like the color red because it’s a fire. And I see myself as always being on fire. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Learned helplessness is the giving-up reaction, the quitting response that follows from the belief that whatever you do doesn’t matter. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You can’t be paralyzed by fear of failure or you will never push yourself. You keep pushing because you believe in yourself and in your vision. And you know that it is the right thing to do and success will come. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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It all comes from the mind. I’ve seen the most incredible success stories because a person had a dream and it was so powerful no one could touch it. He’d feel it, believe it, think about it all day and night. That would inspire him to do things necessary to get the results he wanted. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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It’s not what you get out of life that counts. Break your mirrors! In our society that is so self-absorbed, begin to look less at yourself and more at each other. you’ll get more satisfaction from having improved your neighborhood, your town, your state, your country, and your fellow human beings than you’ll ever get from your muscles, your figure, your automobile, your house, or your credit rating Arnold Schwarzenegger
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If you want to turn a vision into reality, you have to give 100 percent and never stop believing in your dream. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Positive thinking can be contagious. Being surrounded by winners helps you develop into a winner. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I would never exchange my life with anybody else’s. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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As a kid I always idolized the winning athletes. It is one thing to idolize heroes. It is quite another to visualize yourself in their place. When I saw great people, I said to myself: I can be there. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I welcome and seek your ideas, but do not bring me small ideas; bring me big ideas to match our future. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I didn’t want to just be a body building champion. I wanted to be the best body builder of all time. Arnold Schwarzenegger Success Quotes
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If you have the attitude of a young person and you work like a young person and you keep your body in shape, and if you believe that you can do it, then you can actually make other people also believe that you can do it. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The wolf on the hill is not as hungry as the wolf climbing the hill. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I think the first and most important thing is that you’ve got to have a goal and a vision. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I didn’t mind basic training. It taught me that something that seems impossible at the start can be achieved. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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As governor I have seen the tremendous changes over the last few years; the amount of land that we have lost, the trees that we have lost, the homes that we have lost, lives that have been lost, and it is due to a large extent to global warming. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I didn’t leave bodybuilding until I felt that I had gone as far as I could go. It will be the same with my film career. When I feel the time is right, I will then consider public service. I feel that the highest honor comes from serving people and your country. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Stay hungry, stay healthy, be a gentleman, believe strongly in yourself and go beyond limitations. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Normal people can be happy with a regular life, but there is more to life than just plodding through an average existence. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Start wide, expand further, and never look back. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The more knowledge you have, the more you’re free to rely on your instincts. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I will always stay hungry, never satisfied with current accomplishments. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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People say, My God, you’re so disciplined. But it has nothing to do with discipline; I loved it. Because I knew that every time I went to the gym I was one step closer to winning the competition. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Concentrate on your goals. Do not allow other thoughts to enter your mind. If you allow them to, other things could take your concentration away from your ultimate aim. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Dreams are for the dreamers. Goals are for achievers. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Everybody pities the weak; jealousy you have to earn. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I can zero in on a vision of where I want to be in the future. I can see it so clearly in front of me, when I daydream, it’s almost a reality. Then I get this easy feeling, and I don’t have to be uptight to get there because I already feel like I’m there, that it’s just a matter of time. Arnold Schwarzenegger Success Quotes
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I think most of my lessons come from sports. That’s why I always emphasise to young kids to get involved in sports because it’s where you learn about discipline. It’s where you learn to keep going, where if you think you can’t make it, you can. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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If you don’t find the time, if you don’t do the work, you don’t get the results. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Don’t go where it’s crowded. Go where it’s empty. Even though it’s harder to get there, that’s where you belong and where there’s less competition. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Every year I make a plan. I do it. It will be done. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I believe in love it, or change it rather than love it, or leave it. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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That’s what most people lack, having the guts to go on and just say they’ll go through the pain no matter what happens. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I think one thing that is extremely important is to connect with people in order to be successful and bring the people in so that they become your partners. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I am the most helpful and open up doors for everyone and I like to share. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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The resistance that you fight physically in the gym and the resistance that you fight in life can only build a strong character. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I’ve heard all my life that ‘this is impossible, you can’t make’ it and ‘you’re going to fail’ but I didn’t listen to them and I made it. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You’ll get more from being a peacemaker than a warrior. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I found a new me. When I first came over to America, it was like, ‘How can I be rich? How can I build my movie career? How can I become the most muscular man?’ It was all about me, and then there was this turn, and I found it was really great to help others. ArnoldSchwarzenegger
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Always have one possibility in mind and that is to go to the top, to be the best. Everything else should just be a means to that end. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Help others and give something back. I guarantee you will discover that while public service improves the lives and the world around you, its greatest reward is the enrichment and new meaning it will bring your own life. Arnold Schwarzenegger
Short Arnold Schwarzenegger Success Quotes
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None of my rules of success will work unless you do. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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People get very creative if you include them. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I made my fair share of mistakes. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I’m not looking for sympathy at all. Arnold Schwarzenegger Success Quotes
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Never follow the crowd, go where it’s empty. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Don’t be afraid of making decisions. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You have to think outside the box. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I don’t suffer of anything that I’ve lost. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I always believed in leaving no stone unturned. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Stop whining. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I am what I am – which is why I have aged. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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You can have results or excuses. Not both. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Luck is for the ill-prepared. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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I never listened to anyone who said I can’t do something. Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Early to bed, early to rise, work like hell, and advertise. Arnold Schwarzenegger
Governator’s Legacy: Arnold Schwarzenegger in Politics
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s foray into politics marked a surprising and unconventional chapter in his illustrious career. In 2003, the renowned action star took on a new role as the Governor of California, a decision that raised eyebrows but eventually revealed the depth of his commitment to public service. This unexpected shift from Hollywood to the political arena showcased Schwarzenegger’s determination to make a positive impact beyond the silver screen.
Assuming office during a special recall election, Schwarzenegger faced the formidable task of leading the most populous state in the United States. His tenure, which lasted from 2003 to 2011, was characterized by a pragmatic approach to governance. Arnold, often referred to as the “Governator,” employed his characteristic charisma and determination to navigate the complex political landscape.
One of Schwarzenegger’s notable achievements was his bipartisan approach to policy-making. Despite being a Republican, he demonstrated a willingness to work across party lines, emphasizing the importance of collaboration for the greater good. His ability to bridge political divides resulted in the passing of several significant pieces of legislation during his tenure.
Arnold’s impact on public policy extended to issues such as climate change and environmental conservation. Recognizing the importance of addressing environmental challenges, he signed the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, which aimed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in California. This move positioned Schwarzenegger as a pioneer in the fight against climate change within the political arena.
Beyond environmental issues, Schwarzenegger also focused on education reform, healthcare, and infrastructure development. His pragmatic approach and willingness to engage with experts and stakeholders allowed him to make tangible progress on various fronts.
In addition to his legislative accomplishments, Schwarzenegger used his platform to advocate for physical fitness and afterschool programs for children. His commitment to these causes reflected his belief in the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle for individuals and communities.
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s legacy in politics goes beyond his time as Governor of California. It exemplifies a unique instance of a Hollywood icon successfully navigating the complexities of political leadership. His unexpected shift into politics not only demonstrated his commitment to public service but also showcased the potential for individuals from diverse backgrounds to contribute meaningfully to governance. The Governator’s legacy serves as a reminder that true leadership transcends traditional boundaries, leaving an enduring impact on both the political landscape and the communities it serves.