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Your focus determines your reality.
— Qui-Gon Jinn • Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
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Our reading
An editorial interpretation.
Qui-Gon reminds Anakin to pay attention to what he can do in the moment. Where he places that attention will shape how he experiences the challenge ahead. The advice does not make every obstacle disappear; it gives a frightened beginner something practical to work with. The short line is an excerpt from Qui-Gon’s longer reminder, with the recognisable core kept intact.
- StarWars.com: 15 Quotes to Use in Everyday LifeEntry 2, Qui-Gon JinnReference checked
- StarWars.com: Skywalker, A Family At War excerptQui-Gon’s reminder to Anakin before the Boonta Eve ClassicReference checked
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