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45 Inspirational Quotes To Remind You You're Right Where You Need To Be

Inspirational quotes about life

It's easier than it should be to feel like we're behind in life, but recognizing the progress we've made or appreciating where we are can make a huge difference about how we see ourselves. Maybe you need to take an entire 24 hours to rest, unfollow someone on Instagram who you compare yourself to, or add some inspiration into your everyday.

These inspirational quotes will leave you feeling ready to tackle the day or remind you that you're not alone. Copy them into your journal, leave them on your wall with sticky notes, or write them on your mirror with a dry-erase marker for some daily inspo. Check out our 43 Self-Love Quotes To Give Your Soul Some TLC, 40 Positive Affirmations To Boost Your Mood, and 65 Creativity Quotes That Will Inspire You In 2023 for more inspiration!


colorful teddy roosevelt quote

"Believe you can and you're halfway there." You're your biggest cheerleader — besides us :).

It's okay to take a break

"It's okay to take a break." Whether your brain, your body, or your soul needs a break, don't be afraid to prioritize what you need!

joyful inspirational quote

"Name a thing that brings you joy." Once you start taking note of everything you love about life, you won't be able to stop.

make the days count

"Don't count the days. Make the days count." Don't forget that every day is different, and every day is special.

be brave

"Never let fear make decisions for you." Fear is a liar!!!

\u200bIt's okay to grieve the loss of what you're letting go of, too

"It's okay to grieve the loss of what you're letting go of, too." Change can be really hard, and that's okay.

balloon letter inspirational quote

"Girl, stop saying sorry." Go after what you want, and don't apologize for it!

blue, pink, and white inspirational quote

"Exist loudly." Your personality is beautiful, and it deserves to be on display.

Setbacks are a setup for your comeback

"Setbacks are a setup for your comeback." Difficulties are frustrating, but they might be the stepping stone you needed in the first place.

green and pink quote

"Note to self: there is more to life than checking boxes." Life isn't about what you do, it's about what you experience — and who you experience it with.

blue and purple graphic

"Today, I choose me." Let *today* be the day you stop putting your dreams on the back burner!

resting imagination manifestation quote

"Rest is the bridge between imagination and manifestation." Prioritize your dreams...literally. 😴

encouraging quotes

"Encouraging someone to be their authentic self is the loudest way to love them." Love is just as much about action as it is words.

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"If it's beyond your control, let it go and give your mind some space." Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and move forward.

doubt your self doubt

"Doubt your self-doubt." Don't stand in your own way!

go after your dreams

"If it makes you happy, it doesn't have to make sense to others." No one will have the same path as you, and that's a good thing!

self-love inspirational quote

"Be gentle with yourself. You're doing the best you can." If you wouldn't say something harsh to a friend, don't say it to yourself.

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"Owning up to your vulnerabilities is a form of strength." Being honest isn't weak.

Good things are coming your way

"Good things are coming your way." Believe it! Say it! Remember it!

pink and gold graphic

"Think it. Want it. Get it." This sounds like a job for our Vision Board!

Life begins at the end of your comfort zone

"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone." We know it's tough, but stretching yourself will only lead to growth.

green inspirational quote

"Happiness is letting go of what you think your life is suppose to look like and celebrating it for everything it is." Comparison is the thief of joy — focus on what you love about your life instead!

You can be a good person with a kind heart and still say no

"You can be a good person with a kind heart and still say no." Prioritizing your needs doesn't mean you don't love others!

rainbow quote against a blue backdrop

"You are capable of amazing things." Enough said.

You will do great things despite your anxiety

"You will do great things despite your anxiety." Just put one foot in front of the other.

embrace change

"Let the summer-to-fall transition be your reminder that change can be beautiful." Change is scary, but it's part of the cycle of life. How incredible is it that it can be beautiful, too?!

authoring your own story

"You are the author of your own story. If you don't like where this chapter is going, it's ok to start a new one." We all need a reminder that it's never too late for a fresh start.

peachy inspirational quote

"The day you plant the seed is not the day you eat the fruit." Don't confuse rest with standing still — you can't always see growth.

learn when to rest quote

"Self-care means learning to rest when you want to quit." We frequently need a reminder that rest does not equate weakness.

leave yesterday in the past inspirational quote

"Don't let yesterday take up too much of today." Leave the past in the past.

celebrate the little wins

"Be kinder to yourself and celebrate the little wins." Progress doesn't have to mean one giant leap every day — it can be lots of little steps one after the other.

you are the author of your story

"You are the author of your story." You've got major main character energy.

clouds and deep breath wallpaper

"Feel like we could all use a collective deep breath RN." Don't forget that you're not alone, even when you feel like you are.

focus on nurturing yourself instead of comparison

"Every second you spend focused on someone else could be time spent nurturing yourself." The grass might be greener on the other side of the fence, but when was the last time you watered yours?

put down yesterday quote

"If yesterday was heavy, it's okay to put it down." Don't carry weight you don't need with you.

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"Give yourself some credit for the days you made it through when you thought you couldn't." Resilient, persistent, and courageous — that's you!

taking directions from people

"Stop taking directions from people who never got where you're going." Be intentional with the people you let speak into your life.

fall reset affirmations graphic

"Fall Reset Affirmations:

  • I love the process of becoming who I am
  • I choose to let go of what no longer serves me
  • I disconnect from the noise around me
  • I am ready to embrace new patterns
  • I give myself permission to rest and enjoy the life I've built."

You don't have to wait for the new year for a reset.

boundaries inspirational quote

"Setting boundaries is cool." Don't forget that "no" is a full sentence.

grow where you're planted

"Life is too short to spend time planted somewhere you're no longer growing." Change can be scary but so can staying the same.

take care of yourself

"Friendly reminder to take care of yourself even when you're tired." This is a super-important inspirational quote because taking care of yourself means you can take better care of others.

pink and red cursive doodles

"Difficult does not mean impossible." You're *way* more capable than you give yourself credit for.

making progress inspirational quote

"It's a beautiful day to be proud of all the progress you've made." We're proud of you — you should be, too.

be kind to others quote in rainbow letters

"Be the reason someone feels included, welcomed, supported, safe, and valued." You might be the only kindness someone knows.

bad day graphic

"Even a bad day is just 24 hours." We always need a reminder that bad days won't last forever.

What's your favorite inspirational quote? Let us know in the comments, and check out our Instagram for more.

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This post has been updated.

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