Because you deserve to smile!
By Stefanie Leonel — Written on Feb 01, 2018
There’s nothing worse in this world than feeling badly about yourself. There are days that can turn into dark clouds because of how we feel. You can be very self-critical, afraid of failure, or just plain sad.
But those negative thoughts and feelings that are created from your feelings of depression and sadness make doing even the smallest of tasks seem so draining. Feeling depressed is no joke; it can really be a big burden to carry around with you. That's why it's important to steer clear of depression quotes and focus on positive quotes instead.
When this is personal and you don't know your self-worth, it can really take a negative toll on you. It is hard to be your own biggest cheerleader and is sometimes easier to be pessimistic than it is to be optimistic. It's so strange to think that but it's true.
And once more and more of those pessimistic thoughts creep in, the worse you become at snapping out of them. It takes some help to be able to bring yourself back into the light.
Sometimes some simple words can bring you out of that funk. When you read something that is so relatable or perhaps speaks to your soul, it can really make a difference. It makes you realize that others have gone through what you are feeling at the moment, and you realize that if they got through it then you can too.
Words can be uplifting and inspiring and give you the dosage of motivation that you so desperately need. Once you start to feel your confidence and strength start to come back, you really do see the light at the end of the tunnel.
So if you have been feeling down lately, look no further! Here are 11 positive quotes to lift you right back up when you’re down in the dumps.
1. You are you, and there's nobody quite like you.
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"Nobody is superior, nobody is inferior, but nobody is equal either. People are simply unique, incomparable. You are you, I am I." — Osho
2. Take every opportunity that comes your way.
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“Don’t resist chances. Take them like vitamins” — Unknown
3. Sometimes your plans don't succeed.
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“My entire life can be described in one sentence: It didn’t go as planned, and that’s okay." — Rachel Wolchin
4. Know that it's okay for you to enjoy something, so don't be afraid.
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“Don’t be scared to walk alone. Don’t be scared to like it.” — John Mayer
5. You are whoever you make yourself to be.
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“We are our choices.” — J.P. Satre
6. Remember: you always have something to offer someone.
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“There’s something in you that the world needs.” — Unknown
7. Let go of all fear you may be holding.
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“Everything you want is on the other side of fear.” — Jack Canfield
8. Nobody can take away your success and accomplishments.
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“No matter what, nobody can take away the dances you’ve already had.” — Gabriel Garcia Marquez
9. You don't have anything to prove.
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“You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anybody.” — Maya Angelou
10. You have to change your approach to change your ways.
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“The moment you change your perception, is the moment you rewrite the chemistry of your body.” — Dr. Bruce Lipton
11. Your passion is your lifework!
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“The things you are passionate about are not random, they are your calling.” — Fabienne Fredrickson