Inspirational Words:
Uplifting Sayings, phrases, messages

Inspirational Words to strengthen and comfort you. Uplifting, positive sayings about life to motivate and energize you. Use these inspiring words for success.

Note that if no author is indicated,
these inspirational sayings were written by Joanna Fuchs,

who, as a member of a helping profession, spent 15 years
telling inspiring words to clients who came for help.

Inspirational Words About Work

Don't overreact

Wow; problems at work can get in the way of being relaxed, can't they. These inspirational words about keeping problems in perspective remind you to focus on the things you want, NOT the things you don't want.

Don't overreact to problems.
Stay fearless.

Some people just talk

How many times have you heard "We could..." or "People should..." All talk, no action. As they say in Texas: "All hat, no cattle." Although everything begins with an idea, it takes action to make it happen. These inspirational words about work sum it up:

Some people talk about doing great things.
Others quietly get up and do them.
--Anonymous

Do something in 15 minutes

Inspirational words about work can get you going. This inspirational saying will head you in the direction you want to go.

You can always find 15 minutes
to start something you really want to do.
--Anonymous


Opportunity Looks Like Work

These are inspirational words with a lesson for all of us. This inspirational saying reminds us that few good things come easily, and hard work can create valuable rewards.

Opportunity is missed by most people,
because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.

             --Thomas Edison

Right Place Right Time

When you are working on something, do you often think of other things you should be doing, distracting yourself from the task at hand? These inspiring words will help you stay focused.

I am always at the right place,
at the right time, 
doing the right thing,
under God's guidance.
Joanna Fuchs

Have you heard people say, "It's all in your mind?" They are right when it comes to how you feel about what's happening on in your life. These inspirational words about work will keep you on the right track.

How you feel about work
begins with how you think about work.
Think: “I’m glad I have the skills to do this.
I’m blessed to have a paycheck.
Some jobs are better,
but many more jobs are worse.
I’m grateful to be here.
Joanna Fuchs

Inspirational Words About Success

You don't have to work all the time

Life requires balance to be peaceful and rewarding. These inspirational words about success will help you relax by setting priorities:

You don't have to be constantly working to be successful.
Rest, quiet space and random thinking
are essential parts of success and happiness.

The following inspirational words on success can help you look forward to your future.

Learn from the past what to do,
and especially what not to do,
on your path to success.
Take action in the present,
to move yourself
closer to your dreams.
Enjoy the future,
where it will all come together
for your pleasure and peace.
Joanna Fuchs

Inspirational Words about Life

You may also like our page on Poems About Life.

Four Words

Want to be liked? Want more friends in your life? Agree with people whenever you can. Use inspirational words. "I agree with you." "You're right." "That's true." "Good point." Watch people light up when they hear those inspirational words.

Four words everyone likes to hear:
"I agree with you."
Joanna Fuchs

Happy Thoughts

These inspirational words about life are about the value of positive memories. Recalling pleasant times in the past brings pleasant feelings of peace and happiness. Positive memories can sustain you in times of stress. Right now think about a time or event when you felt peaceful and happy. Feel grateful for that peaceful, happy time. Now think about the best thing in your life right now.

Put as many happy thoughts and memories into your mind as you can,
because no one can ever take them away from you.
Joanna Fuchs

Inspirational Words of Encouragement

Self motivation

Say inspirational words to yourself!
This inspirational message describes something that is very easy to do.

Say, "I can do this."
"I AM doing this."
"It's easier than I thought."
Joanna  Fuchs

Inspirational Words For Women

Almost every woman has some self-perceived weakness that keeps her from taking action with confidence. 
When that happens to me, I use the following inspirational words for women: "You can do this."
I find that using "you" works better sometimes than "I."
For example, I have physical weaknesses that make it hard for me to maintain my balance.
When I am trying to go up, or especially down a street curb, I fortify myself
with these inspirational words for women.

Quote You can do this

Always reinforce success when you try something difficult and find you can do it.
It will then be easier the next time.
Give yourself some inspirational words for women!

Quote I Did It!

Inspirational Words Of Wisdom

Mind over matter

People have an unusual affinity for inspirational words said by famous people.
Here is an inspirational phase from a famous industrialist:

Whether you think you can
or think you can't -

you are right.
--Henry Ford

Look at everything
and everyone in your life

as if you were seeing them
for the last time.

Only then can you truly appreciate
their value to you.
Joanna Fuchs

Inspirational Words of Gratitude and Appreciation

Coming Soon

Inspirational Words for Affirmations

Coming soon

Inspirational Words from the Bible

Philippians 4:6

These are the inspirational words from the Bible I turn to most frequently when I am stressed. Prayer works, and these inspirational words have calmed me down many times.

Do not be anxious about anything,
but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving,
present your requests to God.
Philippians 4:6


Bible Isaiah

Quotes directly from God are always important. These inspirational words from the Bible are  soothing and strengthening, as God says He will always help us.

“So do not fear,
for I am with you;
do not be dismayed,
for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
I will uphold you
with my righteous right hand.”

Isaiah 41:10 


Philippians 4:13

This famous inspirational Christian quote uses inspirational words to strengthen, calm and motivate Christian believers.

I can do all things through Christ, Who strengthens me.
Philippians 4:13


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