Inspirational Quotes That Will Change Your Life

Question 1

You are confined only by the walls you build yourself.

Andrew Murphy

Answer 1

Man has this unique ability to create limitations of his abilities. Unfortunately, the more self-aware we become, the more we focus on our weaknesses and therefore start limiting our ambitions. We convince ourselves that there are things beyond our reach and we should not pursue difficult tasks or else we would fail and feel miserable. Break all these mental shackles today as they are all lies we tell ourselves. Work on your dreams today no matter how delayed you are; you will be successful only if you believe so.

Question 2

You are stronger than you think.

Anonymous

Answer 2

This is a truly empowering motivational quote, especially for all those in the world who are suffering from an inferiority complex influenced elements in society and sometimes families. Just because the world around you is mediocre does not mean you’ll have to be one of them forever. You have every right to discover your true potential. Rise higher than your surrounding and achieve greatness no matter what people may tell you. Just believe that you are stronger than you feel and are meant for greater things.

Question 3

The obstacle is the path.

Zen proverb

Answer 3

The struggles and problems we face at work and home should not be something to complain about. The very obstacle that we whine about is the path of life where we all have to walk. No one promised you that life would be a smooth ride or a cake-walk, it has its trials and tribulations. It also has its success and failures. You must enjoy this ride because there is no alternate way or short cut. It will all be over even before you realize it. So just stop whining and keep marching ahead.

Question 4

Work hard in silence; let your success make noise.

Anonymous

Answer 4

This quote is meant to silence all your ill-wishers and critics who think that you are not capable enough. Yes, the path you choose may be unconventional and the results may not be immediate, but delay in your success does not mean you will be denied of it. Work silently and diligently under people’s noses without letting them know how hard you are working. Finally, when you succeed, that will be the time to roar to the world and scare the haters off your life for good.

Question 5

Do it now. Sometimes later becomes never.

Anonymous

Answer 5

Procrastination is the biggest slayer of minds. Do not postpone anything that holds importance for you. A task, for example exams or fitness goals, may seem difficult at first but proper planning and efforts in that direction will help you complete it successfully. Just because a task seems arduous doesn’t mean it should be left to deal with later. Just take the first step and start with the tiniest job, to begin with. Once you have put the wheels in motion, the whole work will be accomplished even before you realize it.

Question 6

A river cuts through rock not because of its power but because of its persistence.

Jim Watkins

Answer 6

Mighty mountains and great rocks have been shaped by flowing of rivers and streams. Although these streams of water may seem unlikely weapons, they still flow right through the hardest of rocks and boulders. The secret is in persistence, they have been on their course for millions of years without being diverted even once. Thus, the message is clear. If we are focused on our pursuits and remain persistent, we can run our way through the thickest of obstacles in the world and move ahead.

Question 7

Sometimes you need to withdraw within to repair the inner you, the layer of yourself that soaks in your experiences needs peace and quietness like a balm on the soul.

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Answer 7

Man may be a social animal but socializing is not always ideal. There are times when you should be spending some alone time. Being alone with yourself at certain times of day to reflect on your life is the best way to understand and be aware of yourself. Moreover, in times of anguish or anxiety, if you find a suitable place to be alone like a park or a beach, or even a forest path, it can work wonders for your soul. You deserve that peace and quietness to be at one with your soul.

Question 8

Earth’s crammed with heaven, and every common bush afire with God; But only he who sees takes off his shoes.

Elizabeth Barrett Browning

Answer 8

Our world is a paradise with wonders lurking in every corner of it. If you are just a bit more aware and grateful for the surroundings, you will discover beauty in everything. Life does not have to be dull or morose when there is a bright sun greeting you every morning, cool breeze caressing your face and lovely nature surrounding you. Take comfort in a starry night with moon to cradle you to sleep. This is nature’s love for us and it is present everywhere and every day.

Question 9

If you are unable to find the truth right where you are, where else do you expect to find it?

Dogen

Answer 9

Among inspirational quotes, this is quite heartening. It’s true that every profound truth about life is just waiting to be discovered. You do not need to scale high mountains or dive deep seas to find out the true meaning of life which is a sense of contentment and fulfilment. You can get it right where you are, sitting in front of a computer screen! Yes, all you need to do is to change the way you perceive your life and this world. If you start making peace with your struggles and look at things positively, life would be a paradise for sure.

Question 10

If you are depressed, you are living in the past. If you are anxious, you are living in the future. If you are at peace, you are living in the present.

Lao Tzu

Answer 10

This is life in a nutshell for most of us. We are always worried about our future or past, day in and day out. The only way to break this vicious cycle is to live in the moment, right here, right now. This is the way God wants you to be. It’s good to cherish happy memories or make efforts to plan a better future but it’s toxic to regret what you couldn’t achieve or lose your present happiness and health in the worries of future. Perhaps that’s why, it’s called the present or a gift to us.

Question 11

You will never always be motivated. You have to learn to be disciplined.

Anonymous

Answer 11

Motivation is a high which gives us the jumpstart and boost needed to take the leap of faith for our dream projects. This inspiring quotation implies that you may fall into a rut in the absence of motivation. That’s the time discipline rescues you from sinking. Yes, the cold regimen of hard discipline is what will wake you to work in the morning and keep you awake till late at night for relentlessly pursuing a dream. Discipline helps you achieve your daily targets and hence, the final and ultimate project which you began at the first place.

Question 12

You just can’t beat the person who never gives up.

Babe Ruth

Answer 12

It’s a harsh world out there ready to knock you down at every step of your journey to success. In the struggle to achieve, no one is a true friend as people are envious. You are your biggest friend as well as enemy because if you adopt a defeatist attitude after a couple of setbacks, you will never rise but the whole world together cannot keep you down if you rise up after every knock you get. So, do not give up, brush yourself and get back in the race.

Question 13

Life is 10% of what happens to you and 90% of how you react to it.

Charles R. Swindoll

Answer 13

When an unpleasant incident occurs in our life, it is up to us how long we choose to grieve about it. Stronger is the man who feels the pain but decides to get up and move on. Life has much nicer gifts to offer in return of the losses you suffer. If you keep sitting and refuse to let go, how would you get those gifts just meant for you? So, take your time to heal and move on. Never stay down and relive the bad memories as they would just hold you back and not let you move forward.

Question 14

Don’t stop when you are tired, stop when you are done.

Anonymous

Answer 14

Among inspirational quotes, this is one of those that give a message of hard work and determination. Struggles and trials in your life will make your body and soul exhausted. It is bound to tempt you to give up and believe that all this hard work is not worth it, so just let it go. This is exactly why you need to stay firm and promise yourself not to rest. You should celebrate only after you are done with the task and achieve your aim. Only then the world will dance with you to celebrate your victory and you will bask in the glory of success with much deserved rest.

Question 15

Strive for progress not perfection.

Anonymous

Answer 15

This is an inspiring quote for young achievers working hard in their lives counting only certificates and salary slips. In this harsh judgmental world, it’s hard to prioritize what truly gives us a sense of achievement to make a difference. Rather we decide to conform to the rules of society to strive for prestigious college, high paying job and expensive house. This is not the progress of our mind and certainly not what we are really capable of doing; it’s just leading a turbulent life in order to get approved. We should move away from these deterrents and create a life that would make us proud when we look back at it.

Question 16

It’s better to live one day as a lion than 100 years as a sheep.

Anonymous

Answer 16

This is an interesting quote which throws light on the strength of a lion as compared to the meekness of a sheep and motivates us to follow the lifestyle of the former. Lion is the king of jungle, strong, confident, aware, self-sufficient, can hunt for itself and defend itself. Whereas sheep just eats, sleeps and follows the shepherd to be guided to food and water. Like a lion, each one of us has a fire within which is ready to devour the silly constraints created by weakling all around us. So if we can awaken the beast within us, why should we choose to live huddled up in a mediocre crowd, instead we must lead them.

Question 17

It’s a slow process but quitting won’t speed it up.

Anonymous

Answer 17

Life’s greatest endeavours take time. Rome wasn’t built in a day. You cannot achieve success overnight as big achievements are a result of persistent, untiring efforts and hard work over a long period of time. Apart from constant efforts and ample time, every task and process requires efficiency, knowledge, wisdom and intelligence which cannot happen at lightning speed. If a task seems painful and monotonously slow, have patience and keep at it. By quitting, it won’t finish or speed up, rather you will lose the consistency in doing it. How many tasks will you quit from! So, when you go about your work with a calm and composed nature, you will get there eventually.

Question 18

Excuses don’t get results.

Anonymous

Answer 18

Excuses are the lies we tell ourselves for our failures or inactivity. We often get so overwhelmed by the sheer magnitude of the task ahead of us that we start procrastinating. When we are answerable for it, we make excuses. When we start making excuses to ourselves, knowing well that we cannot deceive our conscience, we wallow in self-pity and guilt. Why to go over that torture when we can just buckle up and swallow the frog the first thing in the morning! Perform the most unpleasant task first and rest of the day would be smooth sailing, so no more excuses.

Question 19

Nobody can make you feel inferior without your consent.

Eleanor Roosevelt

Answer 19

Eleanor Roosevelt coined many motivational quotations and this is one of those that build your self-esteem. Many people suffer from inferiority complex because a few silly bullies called them fat or ugly. However, superiority or inferiority is the product of your own psychological make-up. Nobody can govern your feelings unless you yourself give that power to them. Remember you are unique, no one can be you. Just find your true calling, realise your worth and be yourself. Take pride in yourself and your actions. Your confidence will keep your haters at bay. Never allow anyone to walk over you as you are no doormat.

Question 20

Stop wishing, start doing.

Anonymous

Answer 20

Everyone has certain dreams. And it’s a good thing as they keep you motivated to turn them to reality and do something in life. But how many people are able to achieve everything they desire? Most of the people in the world are underachievers for their standards, the reason being big planning and little work. Today most of the super successful people are basically mediocre who strive relentlessly. So more than anything else, your efforts will make you fulfil your dreams. Understand the things that need to be done and start putting your best possible efforts in the direction as soon as possible.

Question 21

Celebrate even small victories.

Anonymous

Answer 21

These are truly inspiring words. In today’s world, we are made to see big dreams and encouraged to be greatly ambitious by our teachers and parents. In this quest of being super achievers, we forget to value small victories and accomplishments which are essential to make us happy, motivate us to keep going and build our self-confidence. These serve as a foundation for those high, long-term targets we set for ourselves. So never make the mistake of ignoring these small, unplanned gains. Celebrate them to the utmost every day.

Question 22

It is not our job to be everything to everyone.

Anonymous

Answer 22

The bane of our lives is to live up to the expectations of the whole world, starting from our parents, to our teachers, our peers and family. It’s like the weight of the entire world is on our shoulders as everyone seems to have such lofty expectations from us. Once we fall into this trap of pleasing others, we are trapped for life. After trying all our life, we still manage to disappoint many of them. Thus, what is the need of pleasing everyone in the first place? Your duty is to yourself first. Be loyal to your dreams and aspirations and when you reap success, you’ll realize everyone is clapping for you.

Question 23

Change comes from self-love, not self-loathing.

Lauren Fleshman

Answer 23

The easiest way to vent out your frustration of any failure is to beat yourself up, victimize yourself and be cruel to yourself. But why? Self-blaming is the most dangerous thing you can do next to self-harm. Everyone makes mistakes; you have made one too proving you aren’t idle but striving towards your goal. That makes you a thousand times better than 90% of the people around you. You will be a self-made hero and there is nothing to loath about the mistakes you will commit on the way. Rather pride should be the feeling you need to wear on your neck as you face the world.

Question 24

Remember why you are doing this.

Anonymous

Answer 24

In the struggle to achieve your goal, there may be times when you are tired and just want to stop and sit down, there may be times when the world forces you to bend down or divert you from track. It’s easy to lose sight of the original plan and the reason behind working towards it. In that case, ask yourself why you are doing this and use the reason to pick yourself up, motivate yourself, focus on your goal, push yourself forward and be successful.

Question 25

Don’t ruin a good day by thinking about a bad yesterday.

Russell Simmons

Answer 25

This is one of the best quotes to inspire the over analysers and pessimists across the world. Bad days and bad people happen to all of us. You cannot change the past but you can choose to make your present better. It would be a torture if you let your past experiences affect your present happiness each day. Just let it go and look forward. A bad yesterday is a lesson learnt, so use it to do better today; only brooding won’t help.