Bob Proctor is a Canadian self-help author who identifies himself as a philosopher. He is best known for his New York Times best-selling book You Were Born Rich (1984) and a contributor to the film The Secret (2006). Proctor’s material has maintained the idea that a positive self-image is critical for obtaining success, frequently referencing the Law of Attraction.
This includes all the books he has authored as well as seminars he conducts, and videos shared. These Bob Proctor quotes will motivate you.
Best Bob Proctor Quotes
- “Set a goal to achieve something that is so big, so exhilarating that it excites you and scares you at the same time. It must be a goal that is so appealing, so much in line with your spiritual core, that you can’t get it out of your mind. If you do not get chills when you set a goal, your not setting big enough goals.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Faith and fear both demand you believe in something you cannot see. You choose.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Your outside world is a reflection of your inside world. What goes on in the inside, shows on the outside.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “No amount of reading or memorizing will make you successful in life. It is the understanding and application of wise thought which counts.” ~ Bob Proctor, Bob Proctor quotes on success
- “You are the mental architect of your own destiny” ~ Bob Proctor
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“The only power our problems can have over us is the power we give to them.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “I am so happy and grateful now – that money comes to me in increasing quantities through multiple sources on a continuous basis.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Discipline is giving yourself a command and following it up with action” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Don’t be a VICTIM of negative self talk – remember YOU are listening.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “What you think about you bring about.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “You can’t escape from a prison until you recognize you are in one. People who have chosen to live within the limits of their old beliefs continue to have the same experiences. It takes effort and commitment to break old patterns” ~ Bob Proctor
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“People who are interested in doing something will do it when it’s convenient; people who are committed will do it no matter what.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “There is no problem outside of you that is superior to the power within you.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Once you define exactly what your purpose is you won’t even have to try to figure out how to make money. The ideas will flow freely as if someone was whispering in your ear. Everything will come together beautifully.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Your results are an expression of your level of awareness” ~ Bob Proctor, Bob Proctor quotes on awareness
- “Clearly understand, there isn’t any situation that isn’t made worse by worry. Worry never solves anything. Worry never prevents anything. Worry never heals anything. Worry serves only one purpose… it makes matters worse.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “When you REACT you are giving away your power. When you RESPOND you are staying in control of yourself.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Do you want to know what you think about most of the time? Take a look at the results you’re getting. That will tell you exactly what’s going on inside.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“Richness is not about what you have. It is about who you are.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Your purpose explains what you are doing with your life. Your vision explains how you are living your purpose. Your goals enable you to realize your vision.” ~ Bob Proctor, Bob Proctor quotes on life
- “Don’t let your present problems defeat you. The Chinese have a saying that if you live with a disaster for three years it will turn into a blessing. Look back in your own life at what appeared to be a devastating situation five or ten years ago. Many of those situations were the turning point that caused a number of great things to happen in your future. Regardless of what happens today, realize it is the beginning of something good.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“You must be able to see yourself, with your inner eye, already in possession of the good you desire.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Being a winner is never an accident; winning comes about by design, determination and positive action.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “We come this way but once. We can either tiptoe through life and hope we get to death without being badly bruised or we can live a full, complete life achieving our goals and realizing our wildest dreams.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “One difference between successful people and all the rest is that successful people take action.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Your real purpose in life is to develop yourself. To successfully do this you must always be working toward a goal.” ~ Bob Proctor, Bob Proctor quotes on purpose
- “Rather than exist each day in some dull, boring habitual manner, move into action on a big idea. Everyone is on the brink of possibility. Your responsibility is to discover what that possibility is for you. Ideas can turn you on, they can wind you up. The right idea can and will add a new dimension to your life.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“Today, do just a little bit more. Turn going the extra mile into a habit – it is what lifts most successful people above the crowd.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Life will forgive mistakes – Life will not forgive indecision … Do SOMETHING, take a step.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Change is inevitable but personal growth is a choice.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Don’t be an extra in your own movie. Move out of your comfort zone. Don’t be afraid of feeling uncomfortable or awkward. Step out and make it happen.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“You must make your dream a priority in order for it to become your life” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Anyone that ever accomplished anything, did not know how they were going to do it. They only knew they were going to do it.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “The forces you are struggling with, that you feel are holding you back – are illusions. They are not real – they never have been. See only the good that you desire in your mind.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Learn to follow the quiet voice within that speaks in feelings rather than words; follow what you ‘hear’ inside, rather than what others may be telling you to do.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“If you see it in your mind, you will hold it in your hand.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “You are the only problem you will ever have and you are the only solution.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “If you see yourself in a favorable light, if your image of yourself is pleasant, if this visual concept of yourself cannot be shaken by temporary defeats, then you have reached the goal achieved by the most fortunate. Not everyone reaches this mental state; in fact, many people do not even believe it is possible. Happiness and peace of mind are a matter of consciousness. We must create the inner harmony we desire. This type of awareness is not an accident, it comes from study and an understanding that we are truly creative.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “When you really want something, and you couple that with an understanding of your nature, of your spiritual being, and the laws that govern you, you will keep going, regardless of what’s happened. Nothing will stop you.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“The only competition you will ever face is with your own ignorance.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Successful people decide how they are going to live; they are not victims of circumstance. In good times or bad times, they know where they are going and they know that they are going to get there.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Never underestimate the Power of the Mind. Persist in creating new thoughts to prevent falling back into negative patterns. It is an ongoing struggle and you have to commit to winning if you are to succeed.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Anyone who has ever accomplished anything of any consequence didn’t know how to get what they want, they only knew that they were going to get it. You don’t know how to do something, until after you’ve done it. Our problem is, we set goals to do what we think we can do or what we’ve already done. There’s no inspiration in that.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“Don’t expect a great day; create one.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “The fear of making a decision is the result of fearing to make a mistake – the truth is, the fear of mistakes has a greater impact on you than making the mistakes.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “When you are on a downswing, do not feel bad. Know the swing will change and things will get better. There are good times coming.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “By thinking about your goals every morning, many times during the day, and every night, you begin moving toward it, and bringing it toward you.” ~ Bob Proctor, Bob Proctor quotes on goals
- “Everything you are seeking is seeking you in return. Therefore,
everything you want is already yours. So, you don’t have to get anything.
It is simply a matter of becoming more aware of what you already possess.” ~ Bob Proctor - “See yourself in abundance and you will attract it. It works every time, with every person.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“Accountability is the glue that ties commitment to the result.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “A mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you, than you see in yourself, and helps bring it out of you.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “The biggest gap in your life is between what you know and what you do.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Money is only used for two things. One, it’s to make you comfortable, and the more comfortable you are the more creative you will become. And the other purpose is it enables you to extend the service you provide far beyond your own presence.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“It’s impossible for me to lose because I won’t quit!” ~ Bob Proctor
- “You are God’s highest form of creation. You are a living breathing creative magnet. You have the ability to control what you attract into your life.” ~ Bob Proctor, Bob Proctor quotes on God
- “You’ve got to develop mental strength. And you develop mental strength with the will. The will is the mental faculty that gives you the ability to hold one idea under the screen of your mind to the exclusion of all outside distractions.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “The weight of your body is controlled by the image in your mind.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“Life either happens by design or default, you choose.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “You can have anything you want. You just have to decide what you want and do everything it takes to get it!” ~ Bob Proctor
- “You shape your own life, and the shape of your life is determined to a great extent by your attitude. This is an area that you can control, and in learning how to control and direct it, you will have great power over what is going to happen.” ~ Bob Proctor
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“Start with the end in mind. If you want to be a millionaire, talk like one, act like one, work like one.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “You don’t decide what your purpose is in life you discover it. Your purpose is your reason for living.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “You can HAVE, DO or BE, anything you want! It’s a choice and it’s YOUR CHOICE.” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Lack and limitation can only exist when we make room for them in our mind” ~ Bob Proctor
- “Quite often very talented people FAIL because they believe they are too big to do the little things, while the most successful amongst us are quite willing to do the little things. They truly are BIG people.” ~ Bob Proctor