Charles Garfield Quotes

All athletic accomplishments begin with volition; that is, the desire and willpower necessary to succeed. Volition affects more than thoughts and feelings - it affects physical performance.

Charles Garfield

• Desire
• Feelings
• Basketball
• Succeed
• Accomplishment
• Athletic
• Willpower

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• All athletic accomplishments begin with volition; that is, the desire and willpower necessary to succeed. Volition affects more than thoughts and feelings - it affects physical performance.

  

  Charles Garfield
  • Desire
  • Feelings
  • Basketball