Monday’s can absolutely be the worst. And the Monday after DST should be a national holiday where everyone stays home drinks coffee and eats pancakes. Cranky kids……cranky adults…. I’m just anticipating kind of a rough day. So I wanted to share 5 of my favorite pieces of encouragement and motivation to brighten up your Monday.
So get your coffee.
Breathe deeply.
You can do this.
Tomorrow is always fresh, with no mistakes in it. This quote from Anne of Avonlea is perfect for Monday. No matter what this weekend was like for you…no matter if you ran 10 miles or lay on the couch eating doritos or something in between, it is never too late to start over. Tomorrow is another day. (Ooo the great quotes keep coming!)
A negative mind will never create a positive life. There are so many beautiful ways to say this and I love them all; but I love how simple this truth is. You have to be the brightness, the positivity, choose the joy and nurture the good and beautiful in your life.
Your big opportunity may be right where you are now. Don’t keep looking ahead for “the next big thing”– love, embrace and make the most of where you are. How can you be creative today? How can you live your life mission NOW? What is in front of you that you haven’t stepped up to yet? As a mom I’m often tempted to think that these little one years are just something I have to “get through” to get back to my calling, but this is it. This is my calling, my life’s work, my biggest ministry. Right here. Right now. The poopy diapers, the cheerios, the kisses, the books, the hugs, the whines, the laughter–this is the real, rich stuff of life.
You have to be brave with your life so that others can be brave with theirs. You–yeah you, with your hair in a ponytail, needs a nap, hasn’t gotten a manicure in a year, only reads board books–you are an inspiration. So are you office gal who gets up early, types at a computer, runs during lunch, and still has the energy to make the Starbucks kid smile. Someone is watching you now and wondering how you do it. You are inspiring: serving with a smile, staying fit, being patient, paying bills, building an empire and loving on your family. You are beautiful and brave. And I love it.
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Keep moving forward. You knew this one was coming, right? Last week I had a weight gain. Annoying. Part of me wanted to sigh say “of course”, throw my hands up, and throw in the towel.But I didn’t. I doubled down and kept moving forward. Sometimes a step backward brings you two steps forward. So on the days you feel like quitting, don’t quit. Chin up. Big girl panties on. And move forward. One day you’ll look back and be glad you did.
What is one of your favorite motivational or encouraging quotes?
Happy Monday! Linking up to Fitness Cheerleader and Running Rachel for #MotivateMe Monday!
P.S. The winner of the 100 Days of Real Food cookbook giveaway is Kathryn Thayer! I wish everyone could have won–I’d definitely recommend buying this cookbook (affiliate link)!
I definitely needed the last one! Going through a lot in my life right now and have fallen off track.
Glad it encouraged you and hope as you press on things get easier.
I love that first quote. I’m always trying to be more positive. It can be tough sometimes, but no good can come from being a negative nelly.
For sure! Being a social worker taught me to see the good in everything…otherwise you just want to curl in a ball at the end of the day. There is always something positive going on!
So true! I definitely believe that what you put out into the world you get back so better make it positive!
Yes! Amen!
I have been too cranky lately. You are motivating me to move forward. ooh like the name of your Blog!
Right?! I’m so clever. 😉 Haha! Hope things turn around for you Margo!
Great inspirational and motivational quotes! Thank you for sharing! 🙂
My pleasure! Hope you have a great Monday!
yeahh for wonderful quotes!! I love it when we find the one’s that really strike a chord
Thanks Amanda–I completely agree!
Love these motivational posters. Thanks for sharing. I have not seen any of them beofore!
Well glad to introduce you! 😀
Keep Moving Forward. Love that one!
I always try to use the glass half full approach, even during difficult situations. Life could always be worse.
Amen!
I saw a quote that said “shit could be worse” on my quest for the perfect quotes. It made me laugh and it is always true.
Great collection of motivational words! Saving this for the future. 😀
My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it! We all have those days….
G=Fantastic advice this week kate, thanks for linking up! This really spoke to me:
Totally me – the whole part. Ponytail, only reads board bocks (Care Bears tonight) and running on my lunch. Cheers, have a fantastic week!
Aww, thanks Janice. Yeah, sometimes I write to myself and that paragraph was definitely to straight to me so I’m glad there is more than one of us out there. Keep being you. 🙂
Thanks for the motivation- definitely needing it today!! I definitely try to focus on the positive aspects of all situations, even though sometimes that can be difficult!
I think it definitely takes mental tenacity to be positive in that way.
All of these are great. Just what I needed for a Monday 🙂
I’m glad you were encouraged, Sue!
I love the big opportunity! You never know when it might be right in front of you.
Great quotes and so very needed after a rough transition to DST!
Well, this was certainly an awesome charge-up, and I am bookmarking it for later, when I get mentally stuck. Great post Kate! Thanks Lovely! And, I know what you mean about the mommyhood, THIS IS the time, the present, to enjoy. Thanks for the words.
My pleasure! We def all have those days. 🙂
I love all of these! I think my favorite is the tomorrow is a fresh start one. So very true. Each day is a clean slate to go after your goals and start anew.
Absolutely! That one goes through my head often.
I love these quotes–especially the first one on how a negative mind won’t get you a positive life! Definitely very true. :]
One of my favorites is, “You are entirely up to you.” …and of course, there’s also, “You only live once, so you might as well be a badass.” 😀
Love both of your quotes!! So true!
Thanks, Kate! This is exactly what I needed in my life. Sometimes the world seems a little overwhelming. We all have our issues, and we can easily get stuck in them. But you’re right, tomorrow is ALWAYS another day! PHEW!
I love the quote “Your big opportunity might be the one where you are right now.” Great inspiration and so true!
Thanks! It really spoke to me to not overlook the moment I’m in right now.