Some words of wisdom
11 Short Life Lessons That Hit Hard (Even If You’ve Heard Them Before)
While listening to podcasts, reading a book or scrolling through social media, some random quotes stick with you
I've had the habit of writing down anything I feel I could use some day. I don’treally just keep quotes because they sound good.
These aren’t from motivational posters or famous speeches. They’re lines I jotted down on a paper journal.
Some are about discipline. Others about mindset. All are worth revisiting when you’re stuck or going through the motions.
The 11 Words of Wisdom That Stayed With Me
1. Trees don’t hang around with grass, even though they all started in the same place.
2. Spend so much time on self-improvement that you have no time to criticize others.
3. The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.
4. If you are a friend for everybody, you are an enemy to yourself.
5. If you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always got.
6. If you're going to try, go all the way. Otherwise, don't even start.
7. Greatness doesn’t come from being ready. It comes from starting before you are.
8. You can't grow while trying to stay comfortable. Growth lives outside of routine.
9. If you speak with fear, you give it power. Speak with purpose instead.
10. Don’t look for permission to start. The best work begins without approval.
11. Your habits shape your future more than your goals do. Build wisely.
How to Use These Lessons
Copy one of these lines into your notes. Re-read them when you're stuck. Reflect on how they apply to your current situation.
Wisdom isn’t about memorization. It’s about recognition, knowing when a line applies to your life and acting on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I collect quotes I like?
A physical notebook, digital note app, or even voice memos work. Pick what feels natural and stick with it.
How often should I review these quotes?
Once a month is enough. The goal isn’t memorization, but reflection. Think about how it applies to your current life or work.
Do these quotes really make a difference?
Not all will. But some might shift your perspective at just the right time. That’s the point.
Can I share these quotes with others?
Absolutely. Great ideas are meant to be passed along. If something spoke to you, chances are it’ll speak to someone else too.
Final Thoughts
Wisdom isn’t always found in big speeches or motivational posters. Often, it’s tucked into a passing line in a film, a quiet moment in a podcast, or a single paragraph in a book you almost skipped.
If you start paying attention, you’ll notice more of it.
And if you write it down, you’ll remember it longer.
