Permission to Dream
"Permission to Dream" by Chris Gardner is an inspirational memoir that encourages readers to pursue their dreams despite obstacles. Gardner shares his own journey from homelessness to becoming a successful entrepreneur and motivational speaker, emphasizing the importance of resilience, hard work, and believing in oneself. The book serves as a guide to overcoming challenges and achieving personal goals.
19 curated highlights from this book
Key Insights & Memorable Quotes
Below are the most impactful passages and quotes from Permission to Dream, carefully selected to capture the essence of the book.
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
You have to be willing to take risks and step outside your comfort zone.
Success is not just about what you accomplish in your life, but what you inspire others to do.
Don't let anyone tell you that you can't do something.
The only limits you have are the limits you believe.
Dream big, work hard, stay focused, and surround yourself with good people.
Your past does not have to define your future.
You must be the change you wish to see in the world.
Failure is an opportunity to begin again more intelligently.
Each day is a new opportunity to improve yourself.
Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do something.
You have to be willing to get out there and fight for your dreams.
Life’s challenges are not supposed to paralyze you; they’re supposed to help you discover who you are.
Your past does not define your future.
Success is not just about what you accomplish in your life; it’s about what you inspire others to do.
You can achieve anything if you are willing to work for it.
Believe in yourself and all that you are.
Dream big, work hard, stay focused.
The only limits in life are the ones you make.