It’s not easy to stay inspired and motivated when you’re dealing with life. Life can deliver some heavy blows. However, life in all of it’s ups and downs is still a gift. To love, to learn, to hurt, to feel, to understand, to experience, to grow are all definitions of life. The truth is, however we define our lives is who we end up being. That’s why it’s so important to stand up for what you believe in, to pursue your heart’s desires and passions, and to surround yourself with nurture and love and sometimes we need a little encouragement along the way, so without further ado, here are my 12 motivational quotes for living your best life.

I stopped debating with people who are unreasonable. It’s fruitless.

Everyone has dreams. But those who transform their dreams into plans are the ones who succeed.

Whatever you do, do it with excellency. Everything else will fall in place.

Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself.

This one quote was enough for an entire separate post. In my own experience, I feel like forgiveness is one of the most misunderstood concepts today even in the church. Read about my thoughts on forgiveness here.