Soul Game By Adeline Atlas (SOS: School Of Soul)
Dec 14, 2025
Signs In The Game: Burning Desire
Within each individual resides a remarkable force, an inner flame that ignites the Spirit and propels one toward their deepest aspirations. This driving force is the burning desire - a powerful motivator that can shape one's life. It is significant as a guiding compass in pursuing personal growth, achievement, and fulfillment.
fire (verb)
A burning sensation in the body.4 c. 1200, furen, "arouse, inflame, excite" (a figurative use); literal sense of "set fire to" is attested from late 14c., from fire (n.).
Previously used to refer to a life force.5
fire (noun)
English fire was applied to "ardent, burning" passions or feelings from mid-14c.6
PIE apparently had two roots for fire: *paper- and *egni- (source of Latin ignis).
The former was "inanimate," referring to fire as a substance, and the latter was "animate," referring to it as a living force.7
fireproof (adjective)
Able to withstand fire or great heat.8
Overstanding Fire
To grasp the essence of burning desire, examining the multifaceted nature of fire itself is essential. Similarly, the metaphorical concept of fire encompasses the passion, ambition, and enthusiasm that fuel our pursuits and set our Souls ablaze.
etymology
Originating from Old English and Old Norse, Signifies an ardent, burning quality and has been associated with the life force within us since ancient times.
From the Proto-Indo-European roots *paper- and *egni-, which refer to fire as a substance and a living force, respectively, to Latin's ignis, representing fervor, fire has long been linked to passion and intensity.
Napoleon Hill, a renowned author and successful philosopher, introduced the concept of burning desire as a crucial element in achieving one's goals.9 Hill recognized that individuals with an unwavering, intense desire possessed the necessary inner drive and determination to overcome obstacles and accomplish extraordinary feats. Through his research and studies, Hill emphasized that a burning desire is a powerful catalyst, propelling individuals toward their aspirations and guiding their journey toward success.10