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Steve Maraboli Quotes: 285

The truth is, unless you let go, unless you forgive yourself, unless you forgive the situation, unless you realize that the situation is over, you cannot move forward.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
If people refuse to look at you in a new light and they can only see you for what you were, only see you for the mistakes you've made, if they don't realize that you are not your mistakes, then they have to go.
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Letting go means to come to the realization that some people are a part of your history, but not a part of your destiny.
I want to be in a relationship where you telling me you love me is just a ceremonious validation of what you already show me.
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Cry. Forgive. Learn. Move on. Let your tears water the seeds of your future happiness.
Incredible change happens in your life when you decide to take control of what you do have power over instead of craving control over what you don't.
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Sometimes life knocks you on your ass... get up, get up, get up!!! Happiness is not the absence of problems, it's the ability to deal with them.
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How would your life be different if…You stopped making negative judgmental assumptions about people you encounter? Let today be the day…You look for the good in everyone you meet and respect their journey.
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Happiness is not the absence of problems, it's the ability to deal with them.
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When in a relationship, a real man doesn't make his woman jealous of others, he makes others jealous of his woman.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
There is nothing more rare, nor more beautiful, than a woman being unapologetically herself; comfortable in her perfect imperfection. To me, that is the true essence of beauty.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things in our past. But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here NOW with the power to shape your day and your future.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
You must learn to let go. Release the stress. You were never in control anyway.
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At the end of the day, let there be no excuses, no explanations, no regrets.
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Make a pact with yourself today to not be defined by your past. Sometimes the greatest thing to come out of all your hard work isn't what you get for it, but what you become for it. Shake things up today! Be You...Be Free...Share.
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It is important that we forgive ourselves for making mistakes. We need to learn from our errors and move on.
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I will not try to convince you to love me, to respect me, to commit to me. I deserve better than that; I AM BETTER THAN THAT...Goodbye.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
Renew, release, let go. Yesterday’s gone. There’s nothing you can do to bring it back. You can’t “should’ve” done something. You can only DO something. Renew yourself. Release that attachment. Today is a new day!
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
How would your life be different if…You walked away from gossip and verbal defamation? Let today be the day…You speak only the good you know of other people and encourage others to do the same.
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Live your truth. Express your love. Share your enthusiasm. Take action towards your dreams. Walk your talk. Dance and sing to your music. Embrace your blessings. Make today worth remembering.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
If you hang out with chickens, you're going to cluck and if you hang out with eagles, you're going to fly.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
Forget yesterday - it has already forgotten you. Don't sweat tomorrow - you haven't even met. Instead, open your eyes and your heart to a truly precious gift - today.
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Life doesn’t get easier or more forgiving, we get stronger and more resilient.
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I find the best way to love someone is not to change them, but instead, help them reveal the greatest version of themselves.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
How would your life be different if…You stopped allowing other people to dilute or poison your day with their words or opinions? Let today be the day…You stand strong in the truth of your beauty and journey through your day without attachment to the validation of others
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When you hold a grudge, you want someone else’s sorrow to reflect your level of hurt but the two rarely meet.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
I want to live my life in such a way that when I get out of bed in the morning, the devil says, "aw shit, he's up!
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
Don't confuse poor decision-making with destiny. Own your mistakes. It’s ok; we all make them. Learn from them so they can empower you!
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A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal.
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Let today be the day you stop being haunted by the ghost of yesterday. Holding a grudge & harboring anger/resentment is poison to the soul. Get even with people...but not those who have hurt us, forget them, instead get even with those who have helped us.
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It doesn't matter what you did or where you were...it matters where you are and what you're doing. Get out there! Sing the song in your heart and NEVER let anyone shut you up!!
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One of the most spiritual things you can do is embrace your humanity. Connect with those around you today. Say, "I love you", "I'm sorry", "I appreciate you", "I'm proud of you"...whatever you're feeling. Send random texts, write a cute note, embrace your truth and share it...cause a smile today for someone else...and give plenty of hugs.
People tend to be generous when sharing their nonsense, fear, and ignorance. And while they seem quite eager to feed you their negativity, please remember that sometimes the diet we need to be on is a spiritual and emotional one. Be cautious with what you feed your mind and soul. Fuel yourself with positivity and let that fuel propel you into positive action.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
The beautiful journey of today can only begin when we learn to let go of yesterday.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
Plant seeds of happiness, hope, success, and love; it will all come back to you in abundance. This is the law of nature.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
My past has not defined me, destroyed me, deterred me, or defeated me; it has only strengthened me.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
Want to keep Christ in Christmas? Feed the hungry, clothe the naked, forgive the guilty, welcome the unwanted, care for the ill, love your enemies, and do unto others as you would have done unto you.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
People who lack the clarity, courage, or determination to follow their own dreams will often find ways to discourage yours. When you change for the better, the people around you will be inspired to change also....but only after doing their best to make you stop. Live your truth and don't EVER stop.
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You were put on this earth to achieve your greatest self, to live out your purpose, and to do it courageously.
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It only takes a split second to smile and forget, yet to someone that needed it, it can last a lifetime.
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This life is for loving, sharing, learning, smiling, caring, forgiving, laughing, hugging, helping, dancing, wondering, healing, and even more loving. I choose to live life this way. I want to live my life in such a way that when I get out of bed in the morning, the devil says, 'aw shit, he's up!
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive—to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love—then make that day count!
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The reason many people in our society are miserable, sick, and highly stressed is because of an unhealthy attachment to things they have no control over.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
The universe doesn’t give you what you ask for with your thoughts - it gives you what you demand with your actions.
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The right thing to do and the hard thing to do are usually the same.
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It's funny how, in this journey of life, even though we may begin at different times and places, our paths cross with others so that we may share our love, compassion, observations, and hope. This is a design of God that I appreciate and cherish.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
You are not a victim. No matter what you have been through, you're still here. You may have been challenged, hurt, betrayed, beaten, and discouraged, but nothing has defeated you. You are still here! You have been delayed but not denied. You are not a victim, you are a victor. You have a history of victory.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
There is nothing more beautiful than seeing a person being themselves. Imagine going through your day being unapologetically you.
Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
How would your life be different if…You stopped worrying about things you can’t control and started focusing on the things you can? Let today be the day…You free yourself from fruitless worry, seize the day and take effective action on things you can change.
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If you're not comfortable enough with yourself or with your own truth when entering a relationship, then you're not ready for that relationship.
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