Florence Scovel Shinn Quotes
Born: September 24, 1871
Florence Scovel Shinn was a pioneering American artist, metaphysician, and spiritual teacher whose timeless wisdom has become a beacon for those seeking resilience and focus. Born in 1871, she blended her artistic eye with profound insights into the power of words and intention, teaching that life’s obstacles are mere illusions to be overcome by unwavering faith. Her classic work, *The Game of Life and How to Play It*, distills a philosophy of fearless optimism, where affirmations and decisive action reshape reality. Shinn’s quotes resonate deeply because they offer a pragmatic, poetic roadmap to inner strength, reminding us that resilience is not about enduring struggle, but about mastering the mind to focus on boundless possibility.
Florence Scovel Shinn Quotes (8)
"The game of life is a game of boomerangs. Our thoughts, deeds and words return to us sooner or later with astounding accuracy."
— Florence Scovel Shinn"Every great work, every big accomplishment, has been brought into manifestation through holding to the vision, and often just before the big achievement, comes apparent failure and discouragement."
— Florence Scovel Shinn"You will be a failure, until you impress the subconscious with the conviction you are a success. This is done by making an affirmation which 'clicks.'"
— Florence Scovel Shinn"Hope looks forward. Faith knows it has already received and acts accordingly."
— Florence Scovel Shinn"Intuition is a spiritual faculty and does not explain, but simply points the way."
— Florence Scovel Shinn"Giving opens the way for receiving."
— Florence Scovel Shinn"There is a supply for every demand."
— Florence Scovel Shinn"No man is a success in business unless he loves his work."
— Florence Scovel Shinn