Inspirational Quotes About Life - Life Quotations

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By Cheri Schultz

Quotes of Hope

I have created and compiled my top ten life Inspirational Quotes that I hope will inspire you to reach for your dreams. This is the 1st in a series of 10 separate inspirational articles. These quotes inspired me during my personal difficulties. No matter where you are going or what your going through, I promise you are not alone. I want to encourage you to enlarge your vision and stay positive in your thoughts. You are what you think!! See what is happening around you. Are you at the status quo? Are you reaching your goals? If the answer is No - could you be focusing on the negative instead of the positive. Be aware of what you say before you say it. When you begin with positive affirmations it can become a real positive enlightenment.

Rejoice! There is growth from every difficulty

We face challenges everyday. How we react in the face of adversity will be a reflection of our true character. It is essential to stay calm during the storm in order to complete the project at hand. This clarity will boost your confidence, allow you to see the larger picture and ultimately produce positive results.

An instant is just a moment in time. A lifetime lasts forever

“Do not sweat the small stuff”. Simplify your life. Don’t go through life wasting your energy being frustrated or offended over small issues. Respond to life’s issues with wisdom, patience and laughter.

Love and Pray for your enemies

This is a very difficult premise for most of us to understand. When we think of the hurt and pain our enemies have caused why would we love and pray for them? We need to look above ourselves and see them as equal. If we offer prayers to those who offend us, then our prayers will be heard. To persecute our enemies is to persecute the one person who offers us forgiveness. God’s mercy will always shine upon us when we move in the direction of love.

See the positive

Wake up every morning with a grateful spirit. It does not matter what circumstances lie ahead, if you start your day with a smile and stay focused on the positive, the mountain will not seem as steep. Be disciplined and know brighter days are ahead. “Tough times don’t last, tough people do” .

Look through the eyes of a child

Its very magical looking through the eyes of a child. Sometimes its not what you seen in there eyes but what they are feeling in there heart. They become so transparent with their emotions they can lift your spirits with their smile. Keep focused on their innocence and live veraciously through their eyes.

Be thankful for your health, home and family

It is the little things we take for granted. Be grateful for what you have instead of being discouraged by what you do no have. If you are not satisfied with your lot in life you have all the power to make a change. It is yours to keep or yours to change. If you keep doing the same thing you will always get the same results.

Pray everyday

Find solace in prayer. The foundation of love and peace lies in the discipline of daily prayer. Believe there is something much larger that life itself. Find the connection with the spirit to guide and lead us through our lives.

Forgive unconditionally

You do not need a reason to forgive. We are all subject to hurt throughout our life and sometimes it is difficult to overcome. It takes courage and pride. If we want to live a joyful life then we must forget the past, live for today, choose happiness and forgive unconditionally.

Walk in the rain

Are you in a hurry? Slow down and enjoy the rain and what it represents. A day without rain is a day without life. We use an umbrella to symbolize protection but guard yourself from hiding under the shelter where you will miss discovering your true potential, fulfillment and happiness.

Admire the Sun Rays

Admire how gloriously everything shines with the glow of the sun rays. Feel the warmth of the rays as they wrap themselves around you and enlighten your spirit. Let the warmth of the sun seep into your soul and give you peace.

I hope these quotes have channeled your energy and allowed your wisdom to prevail. I try to live by this quote everyday:

"Life is a journey not a marathon and we need to enjoy the ride"

Live Life to Its Fullest

Please visit Stepping Stones To Freedeom and Live To Believe for additional inspiration.

Comments

ralwus 2 years ago

All great quotes to live by. Now don't you go venturing into the religion thread, unless you be Daniel. Welcome to HP and its many great writers. Don't be shy like I am and have a good time and maybe make a lil dough too. Paddy cake, paddy cake. Peace, CC

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

No fear ralwus - no religions thread there. Just simple life quotes to live by. Thank for the comments and I will try to be a little more out going like you :)

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Luciendasky 2 years ago

This is wonderful! It is one of my favorite hubs I have read so far! So positive!

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Luciendasky - thank you for your thoughtful comments. I truly try to have a positive outlook on life. Growth only comes from wisdom and what you have experienced in life.

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Carson Creek 2 years ago

Great hub! I'll come back often for reminders. Thanks

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dohn121 Level 3 Commenter 2 years ago

You must really be inspired to share these quotes with all of us. My only problem is picking a favorite! Thank you for doing so.

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

I believe if I share my inspirations and wisdom it can help someone along their journey to see anything is possible if you just have a positive outlook. Thank you for your kind words!!

ralwus 2 years ago

I have decide to live as long as I like, it certainly won't shorten how long I am dead. Whacha think?

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

That's for sure.... Live everyday like it is your last and have NO regrets.

ralwus 2 years ago

Here is a nice quote for a pretty blond. Blow your mind, smoke gunpowder. there ya go lil cowgirl.

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creativeone59 Level 4 Commenter 2 years ago

Thank you for you support, your inspirational quotes made my day. thanks for sharing. God Bless you. creativeone59.

Samantha Red 2 years ago

Such touching quotes! Love and pray for your enemies is

always hard. But you're right of course. I enjoyed each and every one.

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Jaspal Level 1 Commenter 2 years ago

Very nice quotes.

If one stays focused and alert, one could apply most of them to one's life, except possibly the ones on loving/praying and even unconditionally forgiving those three or four turncoats who showed their true colors at a time when one was down and out? I understand the concept, but how does one forgive such persons and even pray for them?

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Jaspal - in order to connect with your source (God) you must emulate him or try to as close as you can to be like him. If he gives you forgiveness and loves you unconditionally and you came from that source then we have part of him in us. I am sure we disappoint our source and act rudely but I believe if you repent you will be forgiven and loved without constraints..

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dcrisan 2 years ago

Really nice. loved this hub

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Helen Cater 2 years ago

This is really well written and thanks for sharing your quotes with us all.

Helen cater

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Thank you Helen for the kind words...

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Shealy Healy 2 years ago

Quote from Shealy Healy "When our spirituality becomes more natural - it is more natural to live more spiritually."

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habee Level 7 Commenter 2 years ago

I'm inspired now! Thanks - I needed those.

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Habee - Now and then we need some words of wisdom to give ourselves a list boost! Thank you for your kind comment

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jdaviswrites 2 years ago

simplicity is key. nice reminders. full attention to every moment...

Shealy 2 years ago

"If you want your life to change you must change your life".

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Philent 2 years ago

The essence of all these is to be positive. Lovely!

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Philent - Thank you very much. Yes you do need to remain positive at all time no matter what you are facing in life.

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William Tan Seng 2 years ago

Cheri schultz,

After reading through this motivation blog, I feel that we all have the capabilities to improve myself in most of the things. Yes, We have to maintain positive attitude and always thinking of broght side, giving love and live bravely.

Thanks a lot.

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

William - We all have cirmcumstances that arise everyday where it looks like nothing is going to get any better. But we know if we have a positive outlook and keep hoping things will turn around. Thank you so much for your insight.

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AntoineAllen 2 years ago

This was a Amazing Motivation HUD.

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Thank you Antoine for those kind words. Everyone needs to stay positive no matter what it is they are facing.

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wecksa 2 years ago

All things that exist are as a ripple on the surface of the stream and all are of One Substance.-Joseph Murphy

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suiteorchids 2 years ago

Thanks this hub has been very inspirational for me.

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wisdombound1970 2 years ago

Thanks for sharing your information and wisdom.exceptional hubs.I plan on being a frequent visitor.I could use the inspiration.

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Wisombound1970: Thank you for those kind words. I know during this difficult economic times we all need some words of wisdom. Peace and Love to you.

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Lou C 2 years ago

My favorite, wake up every morning with a grateful spirit. I try to write upon wakening every morning, gets the positive flow going.

Also, I like listening to the rain. I was talking to my sister in Arkansa, the other day. They were getting snow. She said she loves to go outside when it snows and just listen. So often we take the simplest things in life for granted.

I am new to hub pages, just wrote my first inspirational hub. Please stop by and check it out. http://hubpages.com/_1r0ibir699989/hub/dementia-pa

Lou C

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J.P. Gardie 2 years ago

Hi Cheri, reading this hub made me think of another quote about life, one which I think is really great.

John Lennon said something like: "Life is what happens while you´re busy making other plans."

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Coolmon2009 Level 4 Commenter 2 years ago

Nice selection of quotes thanks for sharing

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angela_michelle Level 4 Commenter 2 years ago

These are really awesome. Thank you for sharing! You have very good insight! I enjoy reading your writing!

Jane M. Boyer 2 years ago

Thank you

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Angela: Thank you so much for kind comments and stopping by. I try and have a positive outlook on life and believe anything is possible. Take Care!

Amitava 2 years ago

Really inspirational..so simple & quite...thnx for sharing this awqesome stuff...take care & stay all-way happy.

handipeep 2 years ago

wow, i needed this. thank you so much.

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Handipeep - Your Welcome.. Think positive, stay focused and you will overcome!!

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SweetMocha-Monroe Level 2 Commenter 2 years ago

Be disciplined and know brighter days are ahead. “Tough times don’t last, tough people do”. I just lost a life long friend a few days ago and my heart is broken, but these words lightened my burden and I thank you for this inspirational hub. May God continue to bless you in your life.

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Sweet Mocha - I am so sorry to hear of your loss.. I glad these words help to lift your heart. I will say some prayers to give you the courage to get through this difficult time. Peace to you my friend.

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Madison22 2 years ago

Cheri, this is a great hub! I absolutely love "walk in the rain." Thank you for sharing such wisdom and inspiration.

Madison

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 2 years ago

Madison22: Thank you for stopping by.. Its those little things we take for granted. We have to enjoy everything that surrounds us and look at we have versus what we do not have!

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hair2nv 23 months ago

These quotes help to ensure that you will be filled on a daily basis and we all need the food of positive thinking in order to make it through life. Great hub!!!!!

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Cheri Schultz Hub Author 23 months ago

Hair2nv: We all need a shot in the arm once in a while to keep us positive.. Keep your eye focused on your destination and remain positive through the turbulent times. Thank you for you kind thoughts.

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vocalcoach Level 7 Commenter 23 months ago

I lost my beautiful son 4 yrs ago today to cancer. Finding your quotes today helped me get through the day.

I still have a hole in my heart and miss him terribly.

Thank you for sharing such beautiful words of wisdom and inspiration. I am new to hub. I have written my first article and would like your comments. A big vote up for you!

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Sally6767 22 months ago

love the quotes! i will definitely use them and think of them in my day to day life!

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schoolgirlforreal Level 5 Commenter 22 months ago

Look Thru the Eyes of a Child~ my favorite

Thank you for following me in hubpages :)

i ♥ horses 21 months ago

WOW! Totally Awesome!!!! I love the part about the Sun's Rays!!!!! ?

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Midtown Girl 21 months ago

Really enjoy your quotes. Poignant and meaningful.

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Putz Ballard 20 months ago

Great hub and quotes.

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freehans 19 months ago

Totally great hub. very inspiring.

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Neil Sperling Level 5 Commenter 15 months ago

quotes have made a difference to my life so many times. GOOD HUB

James 15 months ago

Great hub, we should always thanks every moment, it is a very strong positive energy. :)

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Richi8 14 months ago

Nice hub. Do check out my hub with similar theme as well:

http://hubpages.com/_7a0ovwd1380v/hub/Inspire-It-F

Cheers!

Cj blaq 6 months ago

I feel d word is mine weneva i read ur quotes, it's really inspiring.

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