Have you got quotes stashed in your saved posts on Instagram, stored in your screenshot folder, or scribbled down in your journal? Yeah, I’m pretty sure we all do.
Some of these quotes are motivational and inspirational, resonating with us when we have goals and ambitions we want to achieve. Others are inherently sombre, offering solace during times of loss, grief, or heartbreak. If you look back at the dates or periods of your life when you found certain quotes, they will mirror the events of your life at the time. So why do we love inspirational quotes?
Comfort
Put simply, we enjoy knowing that we are not alone in our feelings. When something bad happens, we can feel like the only person to experience such anguish and wonder how we can fully recover from these feelings. Then, a few words expressing how we feel without even saying it can comfort us. Somebody else’s words that feel like they were written for us make us feel a part of something, safe in the knowledge that others are going through the same emotions.
Inspiration
Successful people’s quotes inspire those trying to reach their personal goals. It doesn’t matter what context the quote was written in; it can influence you once it fits your situation. For example, a businessman could write a quote about running a company, and the same quote could serve as motivation for an athlete or an artist. Words are fluid and can be swayed or conveyed to fit your situation, which is another beautiful thing about quotes.
Self-Improvement
In some cases, there is something we want or need to change about ourselves. Self-improvement journeys are difficult. Firstly, it is difficult to admit that parts of our actions or personality are not up to scratch. It is also hard to change those parts, as it requires time, effort, and understanding. Let’s face it: pointing out somebody else’s flaws is easier than our own. Reading quotes, sayings, and excerpts from a book that speaks to us or our situation can help us push forward with the change process. This brings both the concepts of inspiration and comfort together. We are motivated and inspired to change as we see somebody else could do it before us, but we also seek comfort in knowing that others have made similar mistakes.
Positivity
The more we look at or listen to something, the more it becomes ingrained in our brains. Looking at or reading a positive or inspiring quote throughout the day can only benefit our mood. One obvious source of unhappiness is watching, reading, or listening to the news. Of course, we need to know what is happening in the world; however, the world isn’t always the best place, and the news can be a source of negative information. Also, avoid the comments section on social media for obvious reasons. Protecting your mind from certain negativities is a must today. Having quotes or sayings nearby throughout the day can help rewire your brain to become more positive overall.
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