67 Motivational Quotes

We all have days when we need a little extra encouragement. These motivational quotes offer reminders to keep trying, believe in ourselves, and make the most of each day.

Whether you are working toward a goal, facing a challenge, or simply looking for a positive thought, may these words give you a reason to take the next step. You may also enjoy our collection of motivational poems.

Updated October 10, 2026, by Catherine Pulsifer.

Motivation To Keep Going

A little encouragement can help us take the next step, even when the road feels difficult.

You may fail, but fall still fighting; don't give up, whate'er you do; eyes front, head high to the finish. See it through!
Edgar A. Guest, See It Through

Age is not a limit, but a badge of honor. Your best chapters are yet to be written
Author Unknown

You may not see which way to turn, but still there is a way. Where's there's a will keep at it still you'll reap success some day.
David V. Bush, Where There's A Will There's A Way

Clear my mind of all the distractions that steal me from you, O God bless me with clarity
Oliver Powell, Prayer: The 100 Most Powerful Morning Prayers Every Christian Needs To Know

Keep reminding yourself of the benefits of staying motivated.
Matt Morris, How To Live In The Present Moment

Roll a ball of clay and expect it to become a rose in your hand, but never expect an acquaintanceship, without care and thought, to blossom into friendship.
Amos R. Wells, Take Time For Friendship

Our lives are the little garden plants in which it is our privilege to drop seeds. we shall have to eat the fruits of the seeds which we are planting these days.
J. R. Miller, What Seeds Are You Planting

When onstage, I always try to take my audience through as many emotions as I possibly can. I want them to go from laughter to tears, be shocked and surprised and walk out the door with a renewed sense of themselves - and maybe a smile.
Reba McEntire

Sometimes our light goes out but is blown into flames by another human being. Each of us owes deepest thanks to those who have rekindled this light.
Albert Schweitzer

The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.
Franklin D. Roosevelt

You do good for someone else, and they, in turn, do good for others - what a wonderful world this would be if we all live like this!
Catherine Pulsifer

Few causes age the body faster than wilful indolence and monotony of mind - the mind, that very principle of physical youthfulness.
James Lane Allen

Yet a failure, dear friend, is no defeat, unless we give up and choose to retreat.
Catherine Pulsifer, Don't Accept

A procrastinator, that's me. Lacking motivation and plan I see.
Catherine Pulsifer, Procrastinator - That's Me

"Motivational speakers are a great way to keep your mind tuned onto something positive and get you all jazzed up for life."
Benjamin Chapin, Think Positive

Even when the going gets tough and rough ...what lies ahead may be difficult to see, trust your determination and success will be.
Catherine Pulsifer, Don't Regress

Life's an adventure not to be given away, live your life fully every single day!
Catherine Pulsifer, An Adventure

This road ahead may seem long and harsh...I must keep my motivation aglow I will be determined and persevere all.
Catherine Pulsifer, The Road Ahead

Satisfy your want and wish power by overcoming your can't and won't power with can and will power.
Wm. J. H. Boetcker

There is no day so dark. But through the murk some ray of hope may steal.
Celia Thaxter, Ray Of Hope

Positive Thinking And Everyday Encouragement

Motivation often begins with how we think, the people around us, and the choices we make.

Motivational books, cds and shows can fill your mind with positive thoughts to energize and encourage you to be the best you can be.
Catherine Pulsifer

Let's give a cheer to every triumph won, and motivate each other, be someone's sun.
Catherine Pulsifer, Harvest Fuel

It can be difficult to find the motivation to start a task, and when we do, it's often tempting to delay and put it off until the last minute. However, procrastinating can have serious consequences and it's important to use our time wisely
Catherine Pulsifer

Unless a man starts afresh about things, he will certainly do nothing effective.
G.K. Chesterton

Be realistic measuring how much motivation you have. The smaller the step you push yourself to take, the more likely you are to take it.
Joanna Jast, Hack Your Habits

As time goes on with no goals in mind - life has a tendency to leave you behind.
Catherine Pulsifer, A Balance in Life?

Our to-days and yesterdays are the blocks with which we build.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, The Builders

It takes the lessons to learn and grow. It takes the growth to pass the tests.
Emilyann Allen

Set aside all hesitation, move forward one step at a time and you will find towards your goal, you will start to climb.
Catherine Pulsifer, Let Yourself Dream

Family will be there when everything else is stripped away. You don’t turn your back on family.
Carrie Arcos

Few ever fail by trying. Few ever win who wait. All of your sitting, sighing never will conquer fate.
Douglas Malloch, One Thing Is For Certain, Son

Trust starts from within. Trust in others, trust in organizations, trust in situations are deeply rooted in my ability to trust myself.
Yoram Solomon, The Book of Trust

Judging others is selfish motivation, as we desire to feel better about ourselves.
Lilliet Garrison, Getting Unstuck

Asking and hearing people’s opinions has a greater effect on them than telling them, ‘Good job.’
Sam Walton

A good character is the best tombstone. Those who loved you and were helped by you will remember you when forget-me-nots have withered. Carve your name on hearts, not on marble.
Charles Spurgeon

In whatever path you go, in whatever place you stand, moving' swift or moving slow, with a firm and honest hand - Make your mark.
David Barker, Make Your Mark

To get down to the quick of it, respect motivates me – not success.
Hugh Jackman

To get the most out of life we must take time to live as well as to make a living.
Wilferd Peterson, The Art of Taking Time To Live

Goals, Purpose, And Making A Difference

These thoughts remind us that our actions, kindness, and determination all matter.

And think how the years are the stairway on which you must climb to the skies; and strive that your standing be higher as each one away from you flies.
Emily Bugbee Johnson, The Book Of The New Year

Lives of great men all remind us we can make our lives sublime
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, A Psalm Of Life

You are the architect of your own fate; toil on, hope on, and dare to do and be.
Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Kindness can become its own motive. We are made kind by being kind.
Eric Hoffer

The work of yesterday is gone - for good or ill, let come what may; but now we face another dawn - make this a day.
Wilbur D. Nesbitt, Make This A Day

For our daughters and our granddaughters now, the sky is the limit.
Nancy Pelosi

If you have a blessing, let someone share it; don't forget,Selfishness will bring regret
Unknown, Done By

"First comes action, followed by motivation, followed by even more action."
Alex Altman, Time Is Money

One step and then another, and the longest walk is ended
Unknown, Little by Little

Yes, the task that is given to each man, no other can do; so your work is awaiting; it has waited through ages for you.
Edwin Markham, The Day And The Work

The smile will make your life worth while - while the frown will keep you down.
Edgar Nye, Keep Smiling

Keep striving: the winners are those who have striven and fought for the prize that no idler has won
Eben S. Rexford, Workers And Winners

Some people pick a word or a quote to motivate them and guide them for the coming year. It is a reminder of what you want to achieve or how you want to live for the coming year.
Catherine Pulsifer, Mottos for the New Year

Goals keep you focused, they can give you a sense of accomplishment and they will motivate you to keep going even when you feel like giving up.
Catherine Pulsifer

You keep putting one foot in front of the other, and then one day you look back and you’ve climbed a mountain.
Tom Hiddleston

Hope, Strength, And A Fresh Start

Let these final quotes encourage you to look ahead with hope and keep moving forward.

We need to start this journey by imagining a future for our youth that is far better than anything we ever had for ourselves.
Andrew Simpson, The Youth Truth

Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness,
Desmond Tutu

Everyone we meet is a hero waiting to happen. When Jesus saw people, He envisioned their potential. No respecter of persons, He associated with people from all walks of life.
Dr. David Jeremiah

In the new retirement, lifestyle and work questions get meshed together. Work can help fund your overall lifestyle, but the social benefits of working may also be part of your motivation to keep holding down a job, even a part-time one.
David Aston, The Sleep-Easy Retirement Guide

A fathers encouragement is the greatest motivational tool on earth.
Andrea Garney

Live each day, do your best and you will find that you are blessed!
Catherine Pulsifer, Don't Waste Your Days

"It is possible to achieve the life you desire on your own, with nothing but motivational and instructional materials and your own wits."
Tom Miles, A Year For Change

Negative thinking steals motivation.
Christopher Michaels, Think Positive

"As long as you aren't putting too much pressure on yourself, there's nothing wrong with pushing yourself to move forward when you feel like you need a motivational boost."
David A. Hunter, Positive Thinking

The storms that I go through are for my good, because no one appreciates the sunshine until he has gone through the storm.
Author Unknown, As You Go Through Life

"Many poems are in fact stories told in a different way. Verses that tell a tale, ones that have a motivating message in them."
Catherine Pulsifer

"Positive emotions give the child the motivation he or she needs to build up a set of useful skills, skills that will be valuable all through life."
Zayne Parker, Confidence: Simple Confidence Building Tips

"The easiest way to stay motivated and on track to achieving your dreams is to work on changing your thoughts."
Alex Uwajeh, The Power of Positive Affirmations

Conclusion

Motivation does not mean that every day will be easy. It means finding a reason to continue, even when things do not go as planned. Sometimes a kind word, a helpful thought, or a small success is enough to get us moving again.

We hope these motivational quotes remind you to appreciate how far you have come and encourage you to keep going. Share a favorite with someone who could use a little inspiration today.

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