Life Lessons Top 10 Favorite Life Quotes 11:35 AM Every day we encounter famous quotes about life from people we talk with, videos we watch, or posts we see on social media. Some resonate, some make us smile, and others still make us think. What is your favorite quote or life motto?Here are my top 10 favorite inspirational quotes about life. I hope you’ll find them helpful too.Top 10 Favorite Life Quotes1. We don’t see the world as it is; we see it as we are. - Anaïs Nin Really handy to remember when you encounter someone with a negative point of view about everything. It’s not your fault. And you can’t change them unless they change their mindset.2. You will never speak to anyone more than you think to yourself.Do you have a toxic person in your life that spews nothing but poisonous words toward you or others? Or perhaps encountered a stranger with such hostility that left you befuddled? I pity them. For by the fullness of the heart, the mouth speaks. -Mt. 12:34Imagine what’s going on in their heads. Imagine what they might have gone through to be the bitter person they are now.Like you, I love hanging out with people whose words are like honey. Genuine, wonderful people who inspire and encourage by their mere presence.Which one are you?3. Ten years from now, make sure you can say that you chose your life; you didn’t settle for it. - Mandy HaleI look back ten years ago when everyone I met would pressure me into “settling down before it’s too late.” Whatever that means.Some of these people are well-meaning. But I’m glad I didn’t give in to that pressure. Truth be told, I wasn’t pressured at all. I’ve had this scary kind of calmness in me, knowing that I am living the life I chose and not what others impose on me.I am confident that ten years from now, my future self will be smiling while looking back because my present self is making conscious decisions that I believe are best for her.I know I would still make mistakes along the way. But...I am doing the best I can with what I have with where I am right now.My life may not be perfect, but it’s a life well-lived.4. Sow your seed in the morning and do not be idle in the evening, for you do not know whether morning or evening sowing will succeed or both will be good. -Ecclesiastes 11:6Sometimes I get demotivated and think about slacking off even when I know I’ve got a lot of tasks to accomplish. I’d remember this passage. I wrote it down on a post-it and put it beside my mirror so I could see it while preparing for the day.The Bible really is like a life manual. A complete guide. It even teaches us about hard work and mindfulness in sowing for our future.5. Do more of what brings you joy.Life’s too short to live miserably. Live with a purpose. Choose to be happy. Don’t take life for granted.What brings you joy?Walking in nature? Or going to the beach?Watching KDramas, happy dog videos, or ASMR of people cleaning and organizing? (Mine’s the last one).Taking long showers?Drinking tea?Or writing?Do more of it.And avoid things that only bring you anxiety and stress.6. You must get good at one of two things. Planting in the spring or begging in the fall. - Jim RohnI may be too prideful to beg, so I choose to always plant in the spring.I make sure I won’t be a burden to my family. And that I can be generous to them in sharing things I know they’d love.To be financially secure, you don’t have to be a wiz in investing. Instead, some simple budgeting tips and basic investing knowledge are all you need.Read here and learn how to be truly rich.7. Choose someone you enjoy talking with. Because a day will come when that beautiful body will shift. A day will come, there will be one thing left — conversations. - Bo SanchezConversations are priceless. Especially when you and your partner are apart. Physical attraction is a plus, but if you can’t have a heart-to-heart talk with your significant other, life could get complicated.8. Eat the damn cake.A “life is short” quote, if you please. I love desserts - especially cakes. It’s okay to indulge once in a while.From a more figurative view, eating the cake could mean going for something you want or risking trying.9. The grass is always greener where you water it.I used to think my life would improve if I went somewhere where opportunities were more promising. I thought I’d be happier if I did what society said I should.But now I know that life is better and happier when you learn to bloom where you’re planted.You’re more at peace when you follow your heart and ignore the shiny object syndrome.10. Don’t apologize for keeping your circle small and exclusive.Not everyone will celebrate you. Cut off people who are not contributing to your well-being...even if they’re family. If they’re too toxic to be around...If they stunt your growth...If they just keep hurting you...You need to let them go.When God takes someone out of your life, it’s because they’ve already served their purpose. And your next chapter does not require them to play their roles anymore.Protect your inner peace. You owe it to yourself.How about you? What great quotes about life are your favorites? Share them in the comments! 😀
Quotes Don't Pursue If You're Not Ready 7:47 AM Don't pursue a heart if you're not ready. Don't pursue a heart you're not ready to be loyal to. Pursuing someone for fun or just to pass the time is insolence. It is a show of disrespect to three persons: It is disrespecting the other person's time and feelings. It is an insult to their worth. It is disrespecting the other person's future spouse. You took something that belongs to them and tainted it. Finally, it is disrespecting yourself. You are better than that. Once you realize that you are precious and see other people the same way, you will not make hasty moves. You will wait for the right person at the right moment. Believe me, you'll know when you know. Just listen to your heart. If you pursue someone knowing all too well that you will not be loyal to that person, you will make decisions that you will regret. It can get messy. Spare yourself and others of this trouble. Be in a relationship only when you're ready, not when you're lonely. Dating with no intent to marry is like going to the grocery story with no money. You either leave unhappy or take something that isn't yours. - Jefferson Bethke 01/31/14 9:18 AM Want more quotes? Follow About Life and Love on Instagram
Life Lessons Don't Dull Your Sparkle 9:14 AM Don't Dull Your Sparkle Don't dull your sparkle for people who choose to be in the dark. Some people would be bothered by how bright you shine. You remind them how dark their life is. Don't adjust for them. They've made their choice. It's time to make yours. You'll hear a lot of criticisms. You will be judged. They will try to dampen your spirit. They will laugh at your dreams. That's because they see you as the odd one. It may be because they envy you without understanding how they're feeling. They may be just confused admirers. As long as you're not hurting a soul, don't be bothered. Don't dull your sparkle for those who think your brightness is a nuisance. You are born to do great things. Don't delay your destiny just to please them. Some people are going to reject you just because you shine too brightly for them.That's okay! Keep shining. -Mandy Hale Want more quotes? Follow About Life and Love on Instagram
Life Lessons The Grass Is Greener Where You Water It 6:26 AM The grass isn't always greener on the other side. The grass is greener where you water it. Don't be deceived by envy. Sometimes the grass on the other side seem greener only because it's fake. Nourish what you have. Cherish who you have in your life. Never compare your beginning to somebody else's ending. We all have our own timing. We all have our fair share of blessings. Instead of wanting what others have that you don't, be happy for them and be grateful for what you have. Someone's praying for the kind of life you have. You are blessed more than you think. Quit looking over your shoulder and comparing your life with the next person. Comparison is the thief of joy. - Theodore Roosevelt Want more quotes? Follow About Life and Love on Instagram
Quotes 15 Encouraging Quotes For The Single 2:16 AM While waiting for the right person to arrive, you may get weary and bored. You may even get discouraged and decide to just settle for whoever is available. I always say, being single is easy. It is dealing with the judgmental and meddling society that is hard. Not everyone will understand your decision to stay single. I gathered 15 encouraging quotes for the single out there to help you get through this stage. Those who are single by choice and are happy about it are admirable. It's not easy being alone especially when you are surrounded by twosomes who are too caught up in their own worlds to care about the existence of other people around them. Giphy So here are some words of encouragement to my single ladies (and men) who are enjoying their freedom, while waiting for the right person who will change their lives forever. 15 Encouraging Quotes for the Single 1. Personally, I think if a woman hasn’t met the right man by the time she’s 24, she may be lucky. -Oprah Giphy 2. It's easy to fall in love. The hard part is finding someone to catch you. -Unknown Finding the person right for you is indeed difficult. I will not gloss over it. But it won't kill you. It will only make you wiser and stronger. You will learn what you can and cannot allow or tolerate. The best way to deal with this stage in your life is to enjoy it. Go on dates. Join productive activities. Serve a ministry. Be out there. Having said that, don't take yourself too available for everyone. Protect yourself from abusive people. Let go of toxic relationships. It's when you let go of the wrong people in your life that you make space for the right ones. Wifflegif 3. We waste time looking for the perfect lover, instead of creating the perfect love. -Timothy Oliveira There is no such thing as a perfect lover or a perfect relationship. That is because there is no perfect person. But you can still make your relationship work. How? By simply working on it! Make a decision to love your partner every day. Even when there are times it is quite challenging to do so. Love is not just a feeling. Love is a decision. Don't wait for the perfect lover. Work on making your love perfectly imperfect. Together. Giphy 4. Find a guy who calls you beautiful instead of hot, who calls you back when you hang up on him, who will lie under the stars and listen to your heartbeat, or will stay awake just to watch you sleep... wait for the boy who kisses your forehead, who wants to show you off to the world when you are in track pants, who holds your hand in front of his friends, who thinks you're just as pretty without makeup on. One who is constantly reminding you of how much he cares and how lucky he is to have YOU... The one who turns to his friends and says, "that's her". -Harry Tottszer Giphy 5. Love is not automatic. It takes conscious practice and awareness, just like playing the piano or golf. However, you have ample opportunities to practice. Everyone you meet can be your practice session. -Brandi Snyder Giphy 6. Finding love is like finding shoes. People go after the good-looking ones, but they end up choosing the one they feel comfortable with. -Unknown Author Tumblr 7. The bad things in life open your eyes to the good things you weren't paying attention to before. -Good Will Hunting Maybe you're taking people for granted. Maybe you don't realize how blessed you are because things are going your way. Don't curse the bad times. Don't avoid the hardships. They're there to make you appreciate what you have. Don't despair that you're still single. Some people are praying for what you have right now. Imgur 8. Love is not about finding the right person but creating the right relationship. It's not about how much love you have in the beginning but how much love you build till the end. -Unknown You see couples so in love and happy and think they have it all together. You assume their relationship is a bed of roses. Sorry to burst your bubble, but it's not. Happy couples are happy because they went through hell and high waters and survived. What didn't destroy them made them stronger. They are happy because they went through pain and emerged better. They are victorious together. Giphy 9. If you like someone, tell him, because you might find out that they like you too. -Unknown There's no harm in trying! It's normal to like someone. Don't let an opportunity pass you by. You will regret what you didn't do. Don't let 'what if?' haunt you until your old age. Giphy 10. We come to love not by finding a perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly. -Sam Keen Gifimage 11. He’s not perfect. You aren’t either, and the two of you will never be perfect. But if he can make you laugh at least once, causes you to think twice, and if he admits to being human and making mistakes, hold onto him and give him the most you can. He isn’t going to quote poetry, he’s not thinking about you every moment, but he will give you a part of him that he knows you could break. Don’t hurt him, don’t change him, and don’t expect for more than he can give. Don’t analyze. Smile when he makes you happy, yell when he makes you mad, and miss him when he’s not there. Love hard when there is love to be had. Because perfect guys don’t exist, but there’s always one guy that is perfect for you. -Bob Marley Giphy 12. You can't make someone love you, all you can do is be someone who can be loved, the rest is up to the person to realize your worth. -Unknown Gifimage 13. For every beauty there is an eye somewhere to see it. For every truth there is an ear somewhere to hear it. For every love there is a heart somewhere to receive it. -Ivan Panin Tumblr 14. From every human being there rises a light that reaches straight to heaven. And when two souls that are destined to be together find each other, their streams of light flow together, and a single brighter light goes forth from their united being. -Unknown Giphy Some of the people who are pushing you to date may be well-meaning friends. But don't give in to peer pressure. If you feel that there's something wrong with the decision you're about to make, follow your gut. If you see red flags on the person you're dating, don't turn a blind eye. It will not go away. Discern. Pray. Never lower your standards. Never compromise your non-negotiables. The person that's meant for you will come at the perfect time. Trust me. I've been there. I was waiting for what seemed like forever. In my waiting, I stayed calm. I rest on God's promise. I enjoyed my time alone and spent time with the people who matter to me. Trust God's timing. Don't stop believing in love. It's a wonderful feeling to fall in love. 15. Keep falling in love with the idea of love. Don't let your past hurts taint the way you see love. When you feel like the enemy is trying to dampen your spirits again, remember that only God can satisfy you fully. Don't seek happiness from another. Happiness is an inside job. And when you can't find encouragement anywhere, come back to these 15 encouraging quotes for the single. It will remind you of how awesome it is to be where you are right now and look forward to the next chapter of your life.
Life Lessons I Choose To Be Happy And 7 Beautiful Choosing Happiness Quotes 3:32 AM I Choose To Be Happy Disappointments are inevitable. Misery is optional. -Joel Osteen I choose to be happy. As Alice Morse Earle said, "Every day may not be good... but there's something good in every day." I choose to be happy. That comes from someone who has been chummy with Loneliness for quite a long time. This is a choice made by a girl who grew up thinking she'll never be enough. I chose to be happy even when my heart was broken to a million pieces again and again. I chose to be happy even when I failed in investments more than I could count. I choose to be happy even when some days are gloomy and some nights are long.I choose to be happy even when I feel empty. It's so easy to fall into misery. You try to be loyal, but there will be a person---a family member, a friend, or the one you're in a relationship with---who will betray your trust and destroy you. It's painful. It's okay to be angry for a time. That's part of healing. What you can feel, you can heal. Grieve. Be furious. Cry. And then learn to let go. We heal at our own pace. What's important is that you choose happiness over bitterness.If you want to keep happy memories forever, custom stickers are the best gifts for yourself. You can stick them anywhere and be in good spirits. Custom stickers with any words, shapes, materials, and colors are available for you! Why should you choose to be happy?It's not right to punish yourself for someone's mistakes. It's not fair to suffer the consequences of their choices. It's not wise to drag yourself down to their level of misery. Sometimes you work hard for your goals, but you see that it's given to someone undeserving. When this happens, choose to be happy still. Maybe the door for that opportunity closed because there's another one waiting. Something better. Can you choose to be happy?Yes. Always choose to be happy because the world is full of wondrous things, endless opportunities, and boundless possibilities.You can't miss them just because you're too busy looking down. Too defeated to look up and see the beauty around you. I chose to be happy because it's the most selfless, generous, liberating, and kindest gift I could give myself. I chose to be happy because it's a wise decision to make I chose to be happy because I know I deserve no less. Happiness is a choice. I am happy because I choose to be. How about you? What are you choosing today? 7 Beautiful Quotes About Choosing Happiness1. Life is going by. Don't waste a minute being negative, offended, or bitter. Choose to be happy. - Joel Osteen2. When you get up in the morning, you have two choices - either to be happy or to be unhappy. - Norman Vincent Peale3. Very little is needed to make a happy life. - Marcus Aurelius4. Happiness already exists in your life. All you need to do is tune into it. And you can start doing that right now. - Anthon St. Maarten5. The joy we feel has little to do with the circumstances of our lives and everything to do with the focus of our lives. -Russell M. Nelson6. It’s so important to realize that every time you get upset, it drains your emotional energy. Losing your cool makes you tired. Getting angry a lot messes with your health. - Joyce Meyer7. I can choose either to be a victim of the world or an adventurer in search of treasure. It’s all a question of how I view my life. - Paulo Coelho
People St. Augustine's Quotes 3:01 PM I’m a true-blue Augustinian, having attended Augustinian schools from kindergarten to college. Since August is the feast month of St. Augustine, I thought of compiling some quotes from this saint I grew up knowing. Fun Facts About St. AugustineHere are some interesting facts about St. Augustine of Hippo, a significant figure in Christian theology and one of the most influential figures in Christianity.Wild Youth: Augustine lived a hedonistic lifestyle before becoming a saint, indulging in worldly pleasures. He even described himself as a “slave to lust.”“Make Me Chaste, But Not Yet”: This famous line from his “Confessions” highlights Augustine’s inner conflict. He desired virtue but wasn’t quite ready to give up his pleasures just yet.Philosopher Saint Augustine was a theologian and a brilliant philosopher. His writings, especially “City of God” and “Confessions,” have had a lasting influence on Western thought.Manichaeism: Before converting to Christianity, Augustine followed Manichaeism, a dualistic religion that viewed the world as a struggle between good and evil forces.Mother’s Influence: His mother, St. Monica, was a devout Christian who prayed for his conversion for many years. Her persistence is considered pivotal in his spiritual journey.Late Bloomer: Augustine didn’t convert to Christianity until he was 31. His baptism by St. Ambrose took place on Easter Vigil in 387 AD.Bishop of Hippo: After his conversion, Augustine became the Bishop of Hippo (in modern-day Algeria) and served for over 30 years, profoundly shaping the early Christian Church.“Confessions”—The First Autobiography? Many consider Augustine’s Confessions to be the first Western autobiography in which he reflects on his life, sins, and conversion.Patron Saint of Brewers: Interestingly, Augustine is the patron saint of brewers due to his transformation from a wayward youth to a faithful Christian, symbolizing moral regeneration.Hippo Siege: Augustine died in 430 AD during the Vandals’ siege of Hippo. His death came shortly before the city fell, but his legacy lived on. St. Augustine’s Quotes “The World is a book; those who do not travel only read a page.”“There is something in humility which strangely exalts the heart.” “Patience is the companion of wisdom.” “Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.” “What does love look like? It has the hands to help others. It has the feet to hasten to the poor and needy. It has eyes to see misery and want. It has the ears to hear the sighs and sorrows of men. That is what love looks like.” “The punishment of every disordered mind is its own disorder.”“The Bible was composed in such a way that as beginners mature, its meaning grows with them.” “Life is a misery, death an uncertainty.”“And men go abroad to admire the heights of mountains, the mighty waves of the sea, the broad tides of rivers, the compass of the ocean, and the circuits of the stars, yet pass over the mystery of themselves without a thought.” “It was pride that changed angels into devils; it is humility that makes men as angels.” “Do you wish to rise? Begin by descending. You plan a tower that will pierce the clouds? Lay first the foundation of humility.” “Since you cannot do good to all, you are to pay special attention to those who, by the accidents of time, or place, or circumstances, are brought into closer connection with you.” “He that is jealous is not in love.”“If two friends ask you to judge a dispute, don’t accept, because you will lose one friend; on the other hand, if two strangers come with the same request, accept because you will gain one friend.”“God loves each of us as if there were only one of us.” “If you believe what you like in the gospels, and reject what you don’t like, it is not the gospel you believe, but yourself.” “This is the very perfection of a man, to find out his own imperfections.”“Beauty is indeed a good gift of God; but that the good may not think it a great good, God dispenses it even to the wicked.” “The greatest evil is physical pain.” “God is best known in not knowing Him.”“Seek not to understand that you may believe, but believe that you may understand.” “Love, and do what you like.”“The confession of evil works is the first beginning of good works.”“He who created us without our help will not save us without our consent.” “He that is kind is free, though he is a slave; he that is evil is a slave, though he be a king.” “Repentant tears wash out the stain of guilt.” “The words printed here are concepts. You must go through the experiences.”Which of these quotes from St. Augustin resonated with you? Do you have a favorite saint?
Quotes What Is Life Without A Little Risk? 1:02 AM What Is Life Without A Little Risk? -Sirius Black, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Photo: Google images Hey, did you find this post helpful or entertaining? Please go ahead and share. Share buttons on the left and at the bottom of the article. Big thanks! Subscribe to About Life And Love by Email
Quotes Money Doesn't Change You, It Only Magnifies Who You Really Are 4:51 AM Money doesn't change you, it only magnifies who you really are. It's not true that money changes people. Money has no control over your emotions. How you react to what is happening around you is your choice. Money problem is a psychological problem. Money will only reveal your true color. The selfish becomes more selfish and the generous becomes more generous with money. The kind becomes kinder and the cruel becomes more cruel. The happy becomes happier and the miserable becomes more miserable. Money can be your friend or your foe. Money is a tool. If used wisely, it can help you live a better life. If you don't know how to utilize it, money can destroy you. Money can be a good servant or a sadistic master. The choice really is in your hands. Two things define you: Your patience when you have nothing and your attitude when you have everything. -George Bernard Shaw Want more quotes? Follow About Life and Love on Instagram
Quotes Indifference Because Some People Do Not Deserve Your Emotions 8:04 AM Indifference.in·dif·fer·ence/inˈdif(É™)rÉ™ns/noun: lack of interest, concern, or sympathy. Some people do not deserve your emotions. Some people are not worth your time and feelings. There are those you can refer to as vampires because being around them suck the life out of you: Toxic people. Users. Naysayers. Emotionally immature. It is not your obligation to adjust to them. Don't burden yourself. Life's too short to surround yourself with those who do not appreciate you, respect you or value you. You're not put on earth to suffer for others. You can only help them up to a point. They get to decide if they're going to help themselves or not. Don't waste your energy and your time on those who do not contribute to your well-being. Sometimes it's better to show indifference. Because some people do not deserve your emotions. Want more quotes? Follow About Life and Love on Instagram
Lux Thinking Aloud I'm A Once In A Lifetime Kind Of Woman 1:18 AM I'm a once-in-a-lifetime kind of woman. "I am not just a one-in-a-million kind of girl. I am rare. I am precious." Claim that, ladies! Don't buy the lies that boys say to get to your pants. You are worth the effort. You are worth the wait. You are valuable. You are worth more than eight cows (read the story's reference here). Don't dumb yourself down so you'll be more approachable. Don't shortchange yourself. Being choosy about the people you let into your life is okay. Protect your inner circle. Don't surround yourself with those who are not contributing to your well-being. When you finally free yourself from people who don't value you, you make more space for those who do. Don't let labels or stereotypes define you. Don't succumb to what society dictates. Be the Proverbs woman. Be like Ruth, who didn't sit around waiting for a man to rescue her situation. Raise your standards, and don't apologize for it. Be a once in a lifetime kind of woman so those who let you go thinking they can do better will realize that you're the one who got away. Never apologize for having high standards. People who really want to be in your life will rise to meet them. -Ziad K. Abdelnour
