Hello everyone! It's been a difficult year for most people and I myself have found it difficult at times to keep my own morale up and to remember that things will get better. I firmly believe that a good attitude and optimism is the key to getting through tough times. A way to do this is to hear inspiring words from people that many of you may know. For this article, I'm going to be sharing with you quotes that I came across while exploring Goodreads. Just letting you know, there are many more quotes that are found on the Goodreads website, but I've chosen my favorite ones that are very uplifting. Hope you enjoy!
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.”
- Oscar Wilde
This is such a simple yet meaningful sentiment. I like that it's a logical argument for why you should just not try to be exactly like someone else. I firmly believe that everyone was made in their own unique way and they all bring something to the table!
“You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching,
Love like you'll never be hurt,
Sing like there's nobody listening,
And live like it's heaven on earth.”
- William W. Purkey
I'm going to be honest with y'all and say that I have no idea who this person is so right after I finish this article, I'm going to look up who this person is. Regardless of my ignorance, this is such a beautiful way to think. This man is pretty much saying to live your life and every day like it's a blessing and not care what others think. I also think that he's meaning to say that if you constantly live life overthinking things, then you won't ever be able to truly enjoy it. That was just my take on it. If you have a different one then that's amazing!
“You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.”
- Dr. Seuss
And my heart has officially melted. This is so heartening of a thing to say. When I read romance books, I sometimes feel that I'll never be able to feel for someone as these people in stories feel. Reading this quote just honestly gives me so much hope that I'll know I'm in love when I no longer feel the need to escape as much. I may be weird for thinking about it like that but I've accepted it at this point in the game.
“In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on.”
- Robert Frost
As someone who constantly stresses about stuff I've said or done in the past, this quote really speaks to me. I've constantly had to tell myself that life goes on and people move on. There have been times that I have to remember, and I feel many people need to remember, that just because you're dwelling on an embarrassing interaction with someone, doesn't mean they are! Obviously this quote has a deeper meaning than just embarrassment, it applies to many things such as anger and grief. When you hold onto stuff, it eats you up inside. I think that's what Robert Frost is trying to tell us.
“Be the change that you wish to see in the world.”
- Mahatma Gandhi
I am completely in love with this quote. When you're trying to change the world, make sure you reflect the change you're wanting to see. No change can happen if others believe you don't truly and completely believe in what you're trying to portray and the change you're trying to make.
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