Everything you want is out there waiting for you to ask.

"Everything you want is out there waiting for you to ask. Everything you want also wants you. But you have to take action to get it." These words from Jules Renard speak to the very core of desire, action, and the unseen forces that align in the universe when we seek with purpose and clarity. Renard’s message is one of profound empowerment, reminding us that the dreams and goals we hold within us are not distant, unreachable objects, but forces that are also drawn to us. Yet, there is a crucial condition: we must ask, we must seek, and, most importantly, we must act. It is not enough to wish or hope — we must step forward and take action toward what we desire.

At the heart of Renard’s wisdom is the truth that the universe, in all its complexity and beauty, is in some way aligned to help us achieve our highest aspirations. The things we seek are not merely distant dreams hanging on the horizon but are waiting for us to recognize and claim them. The phrase "Everything you want also wants you" reminds us that we are not passive bystanders in this world, but active participants in the dance of life. The forces of nature, fate, and even the people we meet are often drawn to our passion and intention. What we desire is already seeking us, waiting for the moment when we reach out and claim it.

Take, for example, the story of Thomas Edison, who did not simply wait for the invention of the lightbulb to fall into his lap. Edison, driven by a clear vision, spent years experimenting, testing, and failing. He didn’t just wish for the invention to manifest, he acted — tirelessly, with determination. His quest was not without failure, but in each failure, he saw an opportunity to learn. Edison believed that the invention of the lightbulb was not just a distant dream but something that was waiting to be discovered. And through his relentless action, he made that dream a reality. The lightbulb, as with so many great discoveries, was not waiting idly — it was drawn to Edison’s incessant pursuit of it.

Similarly, consider the example of Walt Disney, who started with nothing but a single vision — to create an entertainment empire. Disney faced numerous setbacks, from financial struggles to the failure of his first animation company. Yet, despite the obstacles, Disney took action at every turn, creating new ideas, seeking new opportunities, and never letting failure define him. Disney’s vision did not sit idle, and neither did he. He understood that success was not merely a matter of waiting for things to happen but of taking bold action to make them happen. Disney's empire, now a global icon, was not built by hope alone, but by a relentless pursuit of his vision and a willingness to ask, to seek, and to act.

Renard’s quote is also a reminder that the universe is not passive. It is full of energy, opportunities, and connections that are waiting to align with our desires — but only if we take the first step. The door to what we want may be right in front of us, but without action, we will never open it. Success requires both belief and movement. It’s not enough to wish or dream; we must summon the courage to act, to knock on the door, and to ask for what we seek. In doing so, we unlock the flow of energy that propels us forward, and the world around us moves in ways we never thought possible.

The lesson here is clear: everything you want is within your reach, but you must ask for it and then take action. Whether it’s the dream job, the relationship, the creativity, or the success you seek, the first step is to believe that it is available and to make the choice to pursue it. The world does not deliver these things to us simply because we wish for them. We must show the universe that we are ready for what we desire. Just as Edison and Disney took action toward their dreams, so too must we. The more intentional we are, the more focused we are, the more the universe aligns to provide us with the opportunities to bring our dreams into the light.

In our own lives, we must reflect on what we desire and ask ourselves: What steps can we take today to bring these dreams into reality? What action can we take right now to show that we are serious about our intentions? Whether it’s making a phone call, researching an opportunity, or simply putting in the hard work day by day, action is the bridge between desire and achievement. It is not enough to wait for the world to change; we must be the ones who move toward our dreams, asking boldly, seeking relentlessly, and acting courageously.

The final lesson from Renard is simple yet profound: ask for what you want, believe that it is already seeking you, and take action to claim it. The world is filled with abundance, opportunities, and possibilities, but it is through our action that we unlock the doors to that abundance. Let this truth guide you as you take each step forward — not in fear or hesitation, but with the confidence that everything you want is already waiting for you to ask, to seek, and to act.