1,233 Quotes About Self-motivation

Let not your effort be solely determined by a grand plan; Start where you are, do what you can.

Don’t ”be yourself”, but work on yourself. Don’t ”be who you are”, but be who you ought. Don’t ”follow your dreams”, but face your realities. And don’t ”live your life”, but live a respectable life. Then you will find out that you cannot do everything, but at least you have to do something.

Your self-image, largely determines your performance on the outside. Your mental picture of yourself has a powerful effect on your behavior.

No one will think you can if they've never seen you try.

don't be afraid of struggles, because as you go on, it enhances your confidence

How to be jolly even when times are bad 1. Eat more gingerbread, chocolate, jam and cake. 2. Say the word ‘Christmas’. 3. Give someone a present. Like a toy, or a book, or a kind word, or a big hug. 4. Laugh, even if there is nothing to laugh about. Especially then. 5. Think of a happy memory. Or a happy future. 6. Wear something red. 7. Believe. (extract from How to Be Jolly: The Father Christmas Guide to Happiness)

He who sweats more in training bleeds less in battle.

Inspiration can be fleeting. Self-motivation is everlasting if it is sincere.

It's truly amazing what the human body can do, if given the chance.