25 Awesome Quotes About Our Journey To Self Discovery

Life for the most part is about discovery. Whether it is to get to know yourself better or to become more enlightened about someone or something else, we never stop learning nor do we ever stop growing.

We cannot pretend to know everything. Each day we learn something new. In our quest for more knowledge about who we are and our purpose here on earth, life then becomes a journey of self-discovery.

Today we share with you a selection of quotes that we hope will inspire you as they shed light on your path as you continue on your journey to self discovery…

1.) “We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things in our past. But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here now with the power to shape your day and your future.” ~ Steve Maraboli

2.)  “Do not wait for leaders; do it yourself, person to person.” ~ Mother Teresa

3.)  “It’s OK if you mess up, that’s how you get wiser. Give yourself a break. And don’t give up! Good things take time, and you’re getting there.” ~ Marc Chernoff

4.)  “Keep on doing what you think is right and do not give anyone the opportunity to make the decisions of what they think is right or wrong for you.” ~ EMB/Yvonne I. Wilson

5.)  “Someone’s opinion of you does not have to become your reality.” ~ Les Brown

6.)  “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

7.)  “Never let anyone steal your dreams. The goal is to stay focused and optimistic. Work hard in what may seem like silence and let your confidence be in God. Ultimately, your success will become your trumpet.” ~ EMB/Yvonne I. Wilson

8.)  “Don’t let the negativity given to you by the world dis-empower you. Instead, give yourself that which empowers you.” ~ Les Brown

9.)  “Problems are not stop signs, they are guidelines.” ~ Robert H. Schuller

10.) “If you learn only methods, you’ll be tied to your methods but if you learn principles you can devise your own methods.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

11.) “Much may be done in those little shreds and patches of time which every day produces and which most men throw away.” ~ Charles Caleb Colton

12.) “Self-confidence gives you the freedom to make mistakes and cope with failure without feeling that your world has come to an end or that you are a worthless person.” ~ Unknown

13.) “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality. It is enough if one tries merely to comprehend a little of this mystery every day. Never lose a holy curiosity.” ~ Albert Einstein

14.) “You can change your beliefs so they empower your dreams and desires. Create a strong belief in yourself and what you want.” ~ Marcia Wieder

15.) “You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them.” ~ Michael Jordan

16.) “Patience is not about waiting, but the ability to keep a good attitude while working hard for what you believe in.” ~ Unknown

17.) “You have been blessed with immeasurable power to make positive changes in your life.” ~ Steve Maraboli

18.) “Slow down and enjoy life. It’s not only the scenery you miss by going too fast – you also miss the scene of where you are going and why.” ~ Eddie Cantor

19.) “Nurture your dreams, discover your passion, embrace your visions, free your spirit, share your love, love your soul.” ~ Vicki Virk

20.) “You gain strength, experience and confidence by every experience where you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you cannot do.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt

21.) “The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible.” ~ Arthur C. Clarke

22.) “One of the most courageous things you can do is identify yourself, know who you are, what you believe in and where you want to go.” ~ Sheila Murray Bethel

23.) “It took me quite a long time to develop a voice, and now that I have it, I am not going to be silent.” ~ Madeleine Albright

24.) “I’ve come to believe that each of us has a personal calling that’s as unique as a fingerprint – and that the best way to succeed is to discover what you love and then find a way to offer it to others in the form of service, working hard, and also allowing the energy of the universe to lead you.” ~ Oprah Winfrey

25.) “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.” ~ Marianne Williamson

YOUR TURN…

Which quote inspired you the most? What other quote would you like to see added to this list? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comment form below.

Until next time, make it a great day! 🙂

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