We all experience difficult times. Some events change our lives forever and others signify endings and new beginnings. Whether you are experiencing loss of a pet, loss of a loved one, loss of a job, or something else unexpected, just realize you are much stronger than you realize. You will get through tough times. No one said life was easy; but it’s definitely worth it. To help shed some perspective and a little inspiration, here are several quotes to help remind you that you are much stronger than you may give yourself credit for. Check out the list below and let me know which one is your favorite.
15 Quotes to remind you that you are stronger than you think!
- No matter what kind of challenges or difficulties or painful situations you go through in your life, we all have something deep within us that we can reach down and find the inner strength to get through them. – Alana Stewart
- When we meet real tragedy in life, we can react in two ways – either by losing hope and falling into self-destructive habits, or by using the challenge to find our inner strength. Thanks to the teachings of Buddha, I have been able to take this second way. – Dalai Lama
- With the proper motivation, you can do anything. I was just a poor kid that ate pork and beans out of a can and apple sauce. I went from rags to riches. But it does take a lot of determination, inner strength, drive, and discipline.- Lee Haney
- I have watched men suffer the anguish of imprisonment, defy appalling human cruelty… break for a moment, then recover inhuman strength to defy their enemies once more. -John McCain
- You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, ‘I lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along.’ -Eleanor Roosevelt
- The real man smiles in trouble, gathers strength from distress, and grows brave by reflection. -Thomas Paine
- We don’t even know how strong we are until we are forced to bring that hidden strength forward. In times of tragedy, of war, of necessity, people do amazing things. The human capacity for survival and renewal is awesome.- Isabel Allende
Photo credit: Pixabay.com - Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies. – Mother Teresa
- Some of us think holding on makes us strong; but sometimes it is letting go.- Hermann Hesse
- Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.- Arnold Schwarzenegger
- We don’t develop courage by being happy every day. We develop it by surviving difficult times and challenging adversity. – Barbara De Angelis
- I feel like it’s always about embracing what it is that you think is wrong with you. It’s often times your greatest ‘flaw’ which actually forays into what is also your greatest strength. – Olivia Thirlby
- Only I can change my life. No one can do it for me. – Carol Burnett
- Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible. – Francis of Assisi
- There are two great days in a person’s life; the day we are born and the day we discover why. – William Barclay
If you like these quotes, you should also check out my other post 20 Quotes to help you remember to keep hope alive.
Share your thoughts
Did any of these quotes resonate with you? Let me know which one is your favorite. Comment and share your thoughts below.
Quote Sources: www.Brainyquote.com
Originally published November 2017. Updated 2021.
37 Comments
Tenacious Little Terrier
Hmm… Mine might be the Barbara De Angelis quote. Perpetual happiness would be nice but not character developing for sure.
Kamira Gayle
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The Daily Pip
Lots of really wonderful quotes. I think #2 and #7 are my favorites. I’m writing both down for when I need them!
Kamira Gayle
Sweet!
Jana Rade
I have to say that I’d rather go for more peace (not even as ambitious as to want happiness) than character. Kind of getting tired of being strong.
Kamira Gayle
Jana,
I understand what you mean. We can’t be superwoman all the time! Peace is definitely a good one….and as a result can bring happiness too.
Ruth Epstein
Great quotes as always, Being strong takes so much effort in ones life and there are times I wish I could just step down a bit and say I am weak and need help – something I learnt in the DV Shelter.
I love the 13 and 14 quotes, they really speak to me.
Kamira Gayle
Ruth,
You are right. It takes a lot of effort, many time more effort than we think we can handle at times. You are one strong person! I understand what you mean though. It would be nice some days to just release and be able to exhale. We are human after all. Thanks for your insight.
Cathy Armato
These are such great quotes, very inspirational! Thank you for sharing with us.
Love & Biscuits,
Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them
Kamira Gayle
Cathy,
Happy to share.
Beth
These are all great. I like number 12, and now I need to try and figure out how to make it true for me!
Kamira Gayle
😉
Lola The Rescued Cat
I love your posts with quotes. I particularly like the one by Carol Burnette; if we want something to change we need to be the catalyst for it.
Kamira Gayle
I love that one too! And it’s so true.
paroma
Very inspirational quotes! Thanks for sharing them. I am going through some stress in my life now, so these were good reminders to cherish the little things in life.
Kamira Gayle
Paroma,
You’re welcome. We can all use some words of encouragement at times we need it most. Hope it helps.
4dogsandalittlelady
Thank you so much for some inspiration and hope! Everyone needs it time to time!
Kamira Gayle
Happy to share some joy and inspiration!
Amelia Johnson
These quotes remind us that we all have a purpose and there will be times when our mess becomes our message. It is true that we become alive again when we discover our WHY.
Kamira Gayle
Amelia,
Well said! So true. Thanks for sharing your insight.
Karlee
I think I like 15 the best! I’m still waiting for that second day though!
Kamira Gayle
Karlee,
🙂
Robin
Thank you for the encouragement! I could use the extra strength right now. Healing is hard. Achieving dreams is hard. I’m really hoping to move in the right direction. 🙂
Kamira Gayle
Robin,
You’re welcome. Achieving our dreams is so hard but when we finally make it happen, all the pain and sacrifice is worth it. You can do it…take time for yourself along the way if you need too. Good luck with everything.
Anonymous
thank you for this
Admin
You’re welcome! Happy to share.
Stephanie Seger
Great post and reminders! I love the Thomas Paine quote most of all!
Kamira Gayle
🙂
Sadie
I am moving house at the end of the week and grateful for a break and to read these highly appropriate quotes. Thank you!
Kamira Gayle
You’re welcome. Good luck with the moving!
Sweet Purrfections
I can relate to Carol Burnett’s quote – Only I can change my life. No one can do it for me. I’ve gone through a lot of therapy and my doctors have always told me that only I have control over what happens in my life. It’s hard to accept, but does make a difference.
Kamira Gayle
Paula,
I can understand what you mean. When people have overcome so much in life it can be hard to realize that all along, YOU can determine your story. Your past doesn’t have to define your future.
Spencer the Goldendoodle
This is a wonderful post for a Monday morning, thank you! 🙂
Kamira Gayle
You’re welcome! 🙂
Nancy Cunningham
All of them are powerful but #5 & #7 stand out for me. Thank you for these inspiring quotes!!
Jaya Avendel
Eleanor Roosevelt and Carol Burnett’s quotes stand out the strongest to me! I love the uplifting feel to this list and the strength in each saying.
Thank you for sharing. <3
Admin
Jaya,
I’m glad you enjoyed these quotes! Thanks for sharing your insight.