"Personal Growth Quotes"
"No Judgments, No Assumptions, Unconditional; This is the way we live life with Love."
Copyright © 2008 Jordan K. Charters
I thought of it in the shower, lol, but it is ever so true. We must not judge and so much pain and hurt is derived from assumptions. I learned early on in my life from my Grandpa (a great man filled with wisdom and insight) that you must not assume. He told me this only leads to relationships that are broken easily and are built on a shoddy foundation. Throughout my life I have pondered on his words and while in this moment, I realize that this is love. After listening to Steve Maraboli (one of my all time favorite inspirational speakers!) I knew I had to "Shut-up" & Say Something. So here it is just a simple quote with a powerful message.
"A heavy burden is lifted with a phone message or letter."
Author Unknown --- Submitted by Ashley J.
"Issue a blanket pardon. Forgive everyone who has ever hurt you in any way. Forgiveness is a perfectly selfish act. It sets you free from the past."
Brian Tracy
"The way to live is to make your presence felt while you are present, so that when you are absent your absence will also be felt."
Written in 2008 by Abiodun Mabadeje --- Nigeria
I chose this quote because a lot more people need to realize that anytime, anywhere seeking relevance is the Creator's plan for all humans.
"Do you feel jammed? Disheartened? Exhausted? Annoyed or irritable? These are symptoms that arise when we are dishonest with ourselves. May be you feel that you can't afford to be honest with yourself and that you don't have a choice. But, it is better to share your true feelings with yourself. Start sharing your true feelings with your friends, near & dear ones & see how energetic you will be! It is called sharing your agonies with friends & gaining power from God."
Copyright © 2008 Dr. Rajesh M. Buddhadev, M.D. --- India
I am really happy & found energy when I started to enroll my wife, my kids & my friends regarding my true feelings. Go enroll your near & dear ones & see the difference in your life!
"In denying oneself, of knowing oneself, makes you live in an existence that isn't your own reality."
Written in 2008 by Samantha Merrigan --- Australia
Came to be in a conversation with a friend and thought was worth sharing with others.
"Freedom is that instant between when someone tells you to do something and when you decide how to respond."
Author Unknown --- Submitted by Nechelle Panlita --- Philippines
"It is the captive within oneself who can truly captivate one's mind."
Written in 2006 by Fadi Yousef Elkhalili --- New York
I wrote this quote in February 2006 and would love to share it with the World.
"Life moves on, whether we act as cowards or heroes. Life has no other discipline to impose, if we would but realize it, than to accept life unquestioningly. Everything we shut our eyes to, everything we run away from, everything we deny, denigrate or despise, serves to defeat us in the end. What seems nasty, painful, evil, can become a source of beauty, joy, and strength, if faced with an open mind. Every moment is a golden one for him who has the vision to recognize it as such."
Henry Miller --- Submitted by Lauren C. --- New Jersey
"What you risk reveals what you value."
Jeanette Winterson
"The quality of your communication determines the quality of your life."
Anthony Robbins --- Submitted by Matthias Schmelz --- Portugal
"A relationship does not depend on how well we understand each other but it depends on how well we avoid misunderstandings between each other."
Author Unknown --- Submitted by Deepika Bajaj --- India
I believe that this is true.
"Think twice before you speak."
Author Unknown --- Submitted by Avijeet M. --- India
Friends, Words are more powerful than swords. I felt this after I made a mistake. I just spoke some words to my friend and in a second, it had created a great distance between us. I still regret it. Remember, your friends are precious and speak every word with great care.
"The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, nor to worry about the future, but to live the present moment wisely and earnestly."
Gauthama Buddha --- Submitted by Karthik Gunturi --- India
"Be true to your life. Never behave in a way that is not you. Keep your originality intact, even when you are going through your toughest of times."
Written in 2008 by Ashwani Bhat --- India
This quote reflects my personality.
"Peace of mind comes by way that our final decision is decidedly final."
Copyright © 2008 Brian G. Jett
I needed to.
I'm not sure where I'm going
But I know where I wanna be
Shy girl exterior
Does not portray my interior
Smart, talented, unique, superior
To those who rather not live strong and love
They are inferior
In my mental state
I think of times to come
Strategize the outcome
And change where I'm from
Yes, this shy girl exterior does NOT portray
My strong woman interior
Written in 2008 by Chantal Simmons
"Issue is just a piece of tissue."
Author Unknown --- Submitted by John Martini --- Malaysia
Many people whine or complain when issues, especially the negative ones, come. So my point is, do not take it so seriously. It is like a piece of tissue. Move on!
"The past can hurt. But the way I see it, either you run from it or learn from it. Everything is just a matter of perspective."
Author Unknown --- Submitted by Darby De Guzman --- Philippines
This is a very nice thought to ponder.
"You better live your best and act your best and think your best today, for today is the sure preparation for tomorrow and all the other tomorrows that follow."
Harriet Martineau --- Submitted by Dr. Rajesh Buddhadev --- India
"Don't let your today get spoiled with the regret of yesterday & fear of tomorrow. Just live the best & leave the rest."
Written in 2008 by Ravi Ranjan --- India
"If you think you are Free, you are free. If you think you are a Slave, you are a slave. As you think, so will you become."
Author Unknown --- Submitted by Surinder Singh --- India
It's all about, "What do think about yourself?"
"For the bee, a flower is a fountain of life, And to the flower, a bee is a messenger of love. And to both, bee and flower, the giving and the receiving of pleasure is a need and an ecstasy."
Kahlil Gibran --- Submitted by Krishnaprasad C.N. --- India
"You, as much as anyone in the universe, deserve your love and respect."
Buddha
"Required to take care of 'I', will need the respect for 'YOU'."
Written in 2008 by Manojkumar Kodwani --- India
"Master your patience & you will be master of everything."
Author Unknown --- Submitted by Praveen Prajapati --- India
I apply this in every part of my life.
"The easiest thing to do in the world is to give advice & to accuse someone. The toughest thing to do in the world is to accept our faults & to understand ourselves. The most wrong thing to do is to expect something from others and the most correct thing to do is to live on our own terms."
Written in 2008 by Nisha Singh --- India
"Don't confuse fame with success. Madonna is one; Helen Keller is the other."
Erma Bombeck
"Give yourself permission, when faced with a serious situation, to give voice to your feelings. Smile, hold your head up high and put your right foot forward."
Author Unknown --- Submitted by Mabote Absalom --- South Africa
I have realized that it is very important for every person who is living on this planet earth to consult him or herself. Sometimes we'll have to ask ourselves several questions and try to solve them. Life is good.
"Seek somebody who communicates with you in laughter, because laughter can turn a sad day into a joyful day."
Author Unknown --- Submitted by Bhanu Deo Pendyala --- India
It is true; a happy person can make your day joyful.
"The one thing that doesn't abide majority rule is a person's conscience."
Harper Lee