Here are self-made inspirational quotes heartily created to lift you up this season—and for those days you need motivation
Inspirational quotes are comparable to a dose of magical fairy dust that can fix any sulking mood.
Like a captivating picture, they take you to a destination you’ve never been to.
Admit it or not, your life is always plagued by stress in every corner.
No matter how hard you try, you look for ways to escape or simply cope with it.
In many cases, you feel isolated when dealing with problems or complex situations due to friends and family being unreachable.
The reason for this is often not a lack of attention or affection, but a lack of time for themselves due to similar challenges.
This is when motivational quotes can be a welcome quick jolt of inspiration to get you back on track.
They offer you just the right shot of wisdom to help you reset your focus when you need it most.
Thus, what makes some turns of phrase memorable? Why do they ring so true? When do they make a profound difference in one’s life?
As the famous American writer and essayist Steve Almond proclaims,
“I can get myself awfully worked up, just as a fine sentence or paragraph can send me into shivery rapture.” ~Steve Almond, (‘Night of the Living Freak,’ Candyfreak: A Journey through the Chocolate Underbelly of America, 2004)
Here are remarkable reasons why quotes are important in our lives:
- They are like a lighthouse for shipwrecks, which can serve as a guide towards achieving a specific goal or forming a particular plan of action.
When working with colleagues, a quote can be a means of interaction, especially if an aim is so difficult to achieve.
- Like a book of knowledge, you can gain insight or skills from the words, which will help you live a more fulfilling life.
Intellectuals, philosophers, scholars, and entrepreneurs—naming a few of these legends like Einstein, Aristotle, and Steve Jobs—are ageless, and knowing just one quote a day serves as perfect mind nourishment.
- They are a glimmer of hope or a promise of a new day that can lift your spirits and improve your mood.
They energize your sunken soul in helping you learn to be your best self.
- They are like a ray of sunshine that pushes away the clouds of misery and heartbreak when you don’t know what to think.
I remember a time when I felt so down and broken. Quotes gave me enlightenment that I am not alone. Even celebrities and famous people get lonely and heartbroken too.
- Like a great influencer in such situations, it would be most enlightening to read the words of people who have succeeded in their lives.
I almost gave up writing and felt procrastination was pinning me down, but when I came across a poignant quote from a well-known author, I was in awe and felt motivated to continue my grueling journey into being a writer.
- They serve as stimulants, like a hot cup of coffee or a bar of chocolate, if you need a little nudge to motivate you and give you the spark to make a change.
Gee, I discovered I can use a quote or two when delivering a speech. It’s insanely a powerful inducer to your message.
- They can cheer you up when you are feeling demotivated or unhappy.
They keep you in an affirmative attitude easily when you receive everyday reminders that you are not deserted and what really matters the most.
- When used appropriately, quotations can provide proof and fresh points of view for your written content.
Oftentimes, I use a quote as an opening statement in my post. You may try to end yours with one, too.
When discussing an intricate fact, you can simplify it. Nevertheless, stay away from crowding your piece to avoid sapping the graceful flow.
Take a look at this acrostic poem I wrote for you if you want to craft one soon, Cherie.
Inspirational Quotes
Inscribe unto your heart and soul for it is infinite
Never-ending, never forgotten
Shaping your person, seeking your special self
Paid more attention to, when quoted than read by
Initial writers, inflame readers far and wide
Rapidly refreshes ragged body, and mind
Absolute accolade paid to authors
Top tools for talks, tactful texts, teachings
Insipid to quite a few, interestingly irresistible to many
Oxygenate oneself, ingest once, twice daily, or
Never, use it ever, nauseate forever
Apophthegms, aphorisms accumulated for ages
Lapidary phrases, less needed anciently than lately
Quotationists, quodophiles, quotographers’ inverted commas
Unusually undying, universally contagious through time
Other than motivating, overly
Transcends you to other dimensions
Emotionally exhilarating, energizes, empowering
Sending shivers to your spine as spellful inspiration sets in
To erase negativity from your day, here are tips to make use of quotes, hence putting a smile on your face and all the people around you:
- Make a note of your favorite quote on top of your working table, on your phone’s screen, on your refrigerator, or simply on the wall of your bedroom that you can easily see as soon as you wake up or before you retire to sleep.
- When attending events, webinars, or conferences, make an effort to share an inspirational quote to inject positivity into anybody.
- Your quote can serve as a mantra to visualize your future best self every day. Say it or talk it to yourself—really it’s a great tactic. I did it myself.
- Here’s my best tip, you can create your own quote based on your moods, your feelings, and what you want to achieve.
Just take a look at what I have penned, and who knows, one day a quodophile or a quotationist will collect or quote your personally-made sayings and verses for their own aspirations.
Come on! You can do it now. Do share it with me too, will you?
Here are some of my self-penned quotes genuinely delivered at your doorstep, dear One.
1. On Dreaming of Being a Writer
“As for me, reading is my devoted supporter, transporting me to spaces I haven’t been, ushering me into primeval and millenial friendships, and refining my writing skills to become the most effective author of all time. “— Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Want To Be a Nifty Writer? Be the Most Passionate Reader First!
2. On Being Happy
“I know you are having a difficult time and in deep pain. Alas! Can you lose yourself and relax? Learn to be mindful, and grateful for the positive side of everything that you are in now — you’ll realize, there are a lot more reasons to be happy.”- Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Hey! Do You Want To Know The Easiest, Cheapest, and Most Effective Way To Be Happy?
3. On Self-love
“To become a good person, you have to do good deeds; but to be the BEST you can ever be to anyone, especially to your loved ones, you have to take care of yourself first and foremost in the best possible way.”- Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Are You Sure You Are Taking Care of Yourself In The Best Possible Way?
4. On Kindness
“I have understood the tough way that being too kind results in self-deprivation, desperation, and bitterness. Being myself led me to be with people who love me for what I am and inspires me to discover myself and keep on thriving.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Why Is Too Much Kindness Not Healthy But Soon Destroys Yourself
5. ON POETRY
“A surge of warm tingling feeling that awakens my frigid, slumbering soul — that is poetry to me.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
What Poetry Means To Me
6. On Loving a Pet
“I have met and known a lot of people in my life — now, I am absolutely determined to love and care for my dog, Kyoshi, more, each day, as she loves me unconditionally, filling me a void I never knew I had.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Wanna Meet My Cuddly Cutie Patootie, Kyoshi?
7. On Spending My Last Day on Earth
“If you aspire to leave this world with a treasured legacy, write your own story not only through your intellect and skills — for God’s sake, write from the heart! “ — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Last Day Of My Life Equates to Being With You For All Time
8. On Cherishing Life’s Memories
“Be thankful for the memories you have had, good or bad as they are your defining and trying moments of your life, molding you into who and what you are today.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Magnificent Memories are Eternally Priceless
9. On Speaking About the Most Contagious Disease which is Kindness
“Don’t belittle yourself for thinking you don’t have the power to change the world. The greatest and most unforgettable thing you can do costs nothing. Yet just the tiniest bit of it sprinkled to anyone you meet is much more contagious than the most infectious disease ever — it’s no other than KINDNESS.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Kindness — The Littlest, But Most Contagious Thing
10. On Freedom to Do My Own Thing
“I firmly believe that the proper time to do my own thing, that is, WRITING, will come at the right moment, and I think that begins NOW…” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
I Choose Freedom To Be On My Own
11. On Self-love Amidst Pandemic Blues as a Frontliner
“Dear God, let all the noise and heartaches of this world take me to a serene pause — though it pains me more, by bearing even just a bit of it, I know I will find peace.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Let’s Pause and Toast for These Spectacular Poets!
12. On Magnificent Memories
“Be thankful for the memories you have had, good or bad as they are your defining and trying moments of your life, molding you into who and what you are today.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Magnificent Memories are Eternally Priceless
13. On Complicated Emotions
“The only thing that makes us humans are our complicated emotions. Learn to distinguish, profess and rein them constructively to affect others positively, best of all, yourself in creating a meaningful life.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Emotions Are Complicated
14. On Time
“Time for yesterday has passed, time for tomorrow has yet to come; let us cherish this priceless moment for soon it will be gone.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Time
15. On Possibilities
“Anything impossible can be possible as long as you faithfully and earnestly believe it will be. Be confident, do your best and trust God deeply.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Dear Possibilities
16. On Freedom
“To convey, conceive for and of myself, be independent enough just to be ME, is pure freedom.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Freedom
17. On Judging Someone
“Come on, judge me, but make sure your reflection’s pure and flawless. Yet, gauge not my family, for they are precious to me over all things in this world.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Before You Judge Me
18. On One’s Dreams
“In your hands lie the future of your dreams — not in your mom, dad, siblings, or friends. In brief, you hold the main control of your fate, you should not find fault on others.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Dear Dreams
19. On Talking to Your Inner Self
“There is no one like you in the whole wide world, and your uniqueness is your greatest treasure and strength.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Dear Inner Self
20. On Asking Yourself, “Who am I?”
“Oftentimes, I dream of being just like a little girl, for unlike us adults, kids do not worry about the future, they relish every moment of their present-day lives.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Who Am I
21. On Calling Oneself a Writer
“Good writing comes from dedicated reading. Building a healthy habit of reading anything — ingests broader ideas; the greater you’ll absorb, the further you’ll discover, and the more you perceive, the better you can write about anything.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Can I Call Myself A Writer?
22. On ‘Sleepzyness’
“Want to cure your sleepzyness? Read my boring story, and pfft! You’ll put yourself right to sleep. — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Sleepzy
23. On Pain
“I have made a vow to myself — whatever happens, however painful my journey will be, I must go on, try my best to come through. After all, I am not the weakling ‘me’. I am what I dream to be.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Pain Comes With Living
24. On Self-love
“You are a beautiful creation of God. Being you is being beautiful inside and out. Learn to love yourself, and everyone will follow”. — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Self-love
25. On Uncertainty
“Being truthful enough to acknowledge you are uncertain of something, is in itself a daring act; in the end, being brave turns out to having trust and confidence in oneself.” — Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Uncertainty
26. On Experiencing Pain to Know Your True Self
“You now see me as constantly laughing, as groovy as can be — but apart from all these, you’ll never know that deep inside, I am also fighting an arduous conflict like anyone else. It’s just that I try to let go of the things that are a big burden, to move on by choosing not to linger on my sad past.”- Josh Balerite Acol
Source:
Why Is Pain Necessary To Know Who You Truly Are?
To recap, here are the main thoughts:
- For centuries, quotes were left on the sidewalls of history but have recently come to the fore as people look for simple solutions to daunting problems.
- Nowadays, inspirational quotes have developed as the cure-all for dealing with stress and anxiety.
- Think of them like a magic spell that can transform yourself. Use them, or ‘fairy dust’ them to anyone as often as you want.
- They are definitely one of the most costless, quickest, and most reliable ways to improve one’s self-esteem instantly.
As a Yiddish proverb states;
A quotation at the right moment is like bread in a famine. ~Yiddish proverb
NOTE: This article was originally published at my Medium account, “Want Inspiration? Let’s Talk! Check Out My Collection of Self-Penned Quotes Now”
