Burning Desire in Think and Grow Rich: The Starting Point of All Greatness for Moms
Burning Desire: The Starting Point of All Greatness
Before every success story, there’s a fire—a burning desire that refuses to go out, even when everything says quit. Chapter 1 of Think and Grow Rich isn’t just about wanting more. It’s about wanting it so deeply, so intensely, that it becomes non-negotiable. In this post, we’re diving into what that really means for moms building bold lives and businesses.
“A burning desire backed by faith knows no such word as impossible.” — Napoleon Hill
“Napoleon Hill made it clear in Think and Grow Rich—burning desire is the starting point of all achievement, and without it, success never takes root.”
What Is Burning Desire?
Burning desire is not a wish. It’s not hoping things change. It’s deciding that they will—and then acting like it. It’s the fire in your gut that refuses to die, even when your circumstances try to smother it. It’s not passive—it’s powerful. It’s what separates the “some day” dreamers from the women who wake up and choose to build a life they’ve never seen modeled before.
“The true burning desire meaning isn’t about fleeting motivation—it’s about a decision so powerful it shapes your daily actions and long-term results.”
My Own Burning Desire Moment
For me, that moment came when I was sitting at rock bottom as a single mom—exhausted, emotionally drained, and stuck in survival mode. I looked around and realized I was repeating cycles I swore I’d break. I wanted more for my life, and even more for my child. I was tired of hoping something would change. That day, I made a decision: I would become the woman I needed, not just for me—but for the legacy I’m building.
I didn’t have all the answers, but I had a burning desire that whispered louder than fear. That desire pushed me to learn digital skills, launch my blog, start my podcast, and build The BOSS MOM CODE. It’s what keeps me going when things feel slow, when no one claps, when I feel unseen—because I know what I’m building matters. I know I’m not alone. And I know other women need to see what’s possible when you stop wishing and start walking.
That’s why I created the BOSS MOM mindset framework—because mindset for moms isn’t optional, it’s the foundation of building both income and impact.
Mindset Shift: Wanting vs. Claiming
A lot of people want change—but wanting alone doesn’t create results. Claiming it does. Dreamers wish. Doers decide. The shift happens when your desire is no longer optional—it becomes necessary. When you’re emotionally invested in the outcome, quitting stops being an option.
“A burning desire backed by faith knows no such word as impossible.” — Napoleon Hill
But let’s be honest: the cost of not claiming your vision is heavy. You risk staying in the same cycle. You risk teaching your kids to settle. You risk looking back years from now wondering what could’ve happened if you just went all in. And that’s a cost no Boss Mom should pay.
Every choice we make is part of legacy building for moms, and burning desire is the spark that keeps us moving toward a future our kids can be proud of.
Boss Mom Reflection
What do you want so badly that you're willing to outwork doubt for it?
What legacy are you building that requires a deeper fire?
What is the cost of staying where you are?
How can you turn "someday" into now?
Action Step
Write down one goal that keeps tugging at you—the one you keep pushing aside.
Then write down why it matters.
That “why” is your spark.
Stoke it daily.
Speak life into it.
Act like it’s already yours.
Burning desire isn’t about hype—it’s about heart. It’s the fuel behind every breakthrough, every boss move, every legacy moment. You don’t need more motivation. You need more ownership over what’s possible when you finally decide you’re done playing small.
This blog, this brand, this movement—it exists to keep your fire lit and your purpose loud.
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Before you go, know this—this space was built with you in mind. And while you can click away and keep scrolling through life on autopilot, the cost of not coming back here is staying stuck in cycles you were born to break. Don’t let your purpose collect dust. Don’t let your power sit in silence.
Subscribe to the blog. Tune into the podcast. Come back often. Let this be your reminder, your fuel, your spark. Because the woman you’re becoming? She’s counting on you to show up.
Start here. Stay connected. And rise on purpose.
About Michelle
Michelle is a purpose-driven entrepreneur, single mom, and creator of The BOSS MOM CODE. Through her blog, Michelle On Purpose Talks, and podcast, Michelle On Purpose, she empowers women—especially moms—to rise boldly, rewrite their stories, and build legacy-driven lives and businesses. With a voice that’s raw, real, and deeply rooted in lived experience, Michelle shares mindset shifts, income strategies, and the truth behind healing and hustle. Her mission is simple but powerful: to help women stop playing small and start showing up on purpose.
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