Motivational Quote by Alexander Zenon, The Stoic Handbook: A Practical Guide for Modern Life — Inspiring Words on Life, Love & Wisdom

“When we first wake up our minds are clear, which makes this the opportune time to direct our focus inwards, to organize our thoughts and to set our daily intentions through a few moments of meditation. Our duties and obligations have not yet begun to crowd our schedule, and the clarity of the dawn creates an open, undistracted mental space.”

“The afternoon presents an intersection where the momentum that we have gained in the morning may be either sustained or lost – where we can choose to either build on the morning’s foundations and embrace our challenges, or allow the stress and frustration of the day to ruin all our hard work.”

“Tomorrow will arrive, come what may. The sun will rise, as it has always done, and will set in the evening when nature commands it.”

“Our minds are a sanctuary; a safe haven which is totally impregnable to the outside world. It is only when we allow external problems and anxieties to enter our mind that this sanctuary becomes vulnerable.”

“Mistakes we make and challenges we face are like stepping stones. Carry them with you, and when the time is right, use them to build a staircase to climb above the negative people who try to tear you down. Chase your dreams anyway.”

“Do the things you used to talk about doing but never did. Know when to let go and when to hold on tight. Stop rushing. Don't be intimidated to say it like it is. Stop apologizing all the time. Learn to say no, so your yes has some oomph. Spend time with the friends who lift you up, and cut loose the ones who bring you down. Stop giving your power away. Be more concerned with being interested than being interesting. Be old enough to appreciate your freedom, and young enough to enjoy it. Finally know who you are.”

“The greatest revenge is massive success.”

“Never confuse someone else's inability to do something with its inability to be done.”

“Give without expectation; receive without demand—kindness completes the circle.”