Many people have a favorite motivational or inspirational quote. A quote that speaks or resonates with them personally. But why is this? How can a few words have such a profound effect on so many people? Well, a powerful quote can be like a close friend, a mentor, or a personal coach offering personalized advice or encouragement when you need it the most.
In difficult times or when experiencing periods of self-doubt, inspirational quotes can be just what you need to clear your head of negative thoughts and motivate you to start moving ahead with your life. And quotes don’t have to be overly long and complicated, some of the shortest quotes can say so much.
So, if you are in need of a pick me up, here’s a collection of extremely powerful very short quotes about life that will stir you, fill you with wisdom and inspiration, and help keep you motivated throughout the day. I hope you enjoy them.
1. “Every moment matters.” – Unknown
2. “Different doesn’t matter.” – Unknown
3. “Collect moments, not things” – Unknown
4. “Worry less, smile more.” – Unknown
5. “Aspire to inspire before we expire.” – Eugene Bell Jr.
6. “Prove them wrong.” – Unknown
7. “Dream without fear. Love without limits.” – Dilip Bathija
8. “Broken crayons still color.” – Unknown
9. “Be a warrior, not a worrier.” – Unknown
11. “Don’t stop until you’re proud.” – Unknown
10. “Find a way or make one.” – Unknown
12. Freedom is a state of mind.” – Walter Mosley
13. “Die with memories, not dreams.” – Unknown
14. “When nothing goes right, go left.” – Martha Cecilia
15. “You are your only limit.” – Unknown
16. “Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will.” – Suzy Kassem
17. “Do it with passion or not at all.” – Rosa Nochette Carey
18. “Think like a proton. Always positive.” – Unknown
19. “Fate loves the fearless.” – James Russell Lowell
20. “Mistakes are proof that you are trying.” – Jennifer Lim
21. “Conquer from within.” – Unknown
22. “Enjoy the little things.” – Unknown
23. “If you never try, you’ll never know.” – Unknown
24. “Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations.” – Zig Ziglar
25. “Don’t count the days, make the days count.” – Muhammad Ali
26. “It is not the length of life, but the depth.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
27. “Enjoy the little things.” – Unknown
28. “I am too full of life to be half loved.” – Ijeoma Umebinyuo
29. “Make it happen.” – Unknown
30. “Do what you love.” – Unknown
31. “Let life surprise you.” – Unknown
32. “Nothing worth having comes easy.” – Theodore Roosevelt
33. “The best is yet to come.” – Unknown
34. “Don’t be afraid to dream big.” – Unknown
35. “Having hope will give you courage.” – Job 11:18
36. Great things never came from comfort zones.” – Roy T. Bennett
37. “I don’t know where I am going but I am on my way.” – Voltaire
38. “Dreams don’t work unless you do.” – John C. Maxwell
