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Belief

The conviction about what you are capable of, which Schwartz argues acts as the trigger that mobilizes the mind to find ways to succeed.

Tensions

Schwartz treats belief in your own success as the prime mover. Aurelius would caution that belief aimed at external achievement is vanity, and that the only worthy conviction is in your own virtue and judgment.

Related Concepts

confidence | identity | action | outcomes

Last updated: Jun 17, 2026