I am always searching for the best places to find inspirational quotes — and I don’t think that’s a coincidence. I believe there is real comfort and power in the meaningful words of others, especially during the times in life that feel heavy.
The average person experiences a multitude of highs and lows throughout the life. Isn’t it normal to have a mixture of good and bad days? What doesn’t feel normal is a string of difficult moments, one after the other, especially in a short period of time. The best thing anyone can do to survive the tough parts of life is to work through them by staying grounded. Today I’m sharing one of the ways I stay afloat during difficult waters: reading inspirational quotes.
Inspirational quotes provide a quick burst of positivity, optimism, hope, or wisdom. I like to write quotes down in a journal, repeat them aloud like affirmations during moments when I’m practicing mindfulness. There are so many places to find inspirational quotes. If you’re looking for some too, here is where I find encouragement in the meaningful words of others.
The Best Places to Find Inspirational Quotes
If you’re looking for your next dose of encouragement, here are the five best places I turn to — plus a curated collection of quotes on strength, resilience, and positivity to get you started right now.
1. Pinterest: The Ultimate Quote Library
One of the first places I always look for inspiration is Pinterest. It’s very easy to search a sentiment or feeling and discover countless poignant quotations. I keep a dedicated Inspiring Quotes Pinterest Board where I save quotes that resonate with me — it’s become a personal library I return to again and again. When I’m feeling off, scrolling through that board is like reading a letter from my most encouraging self. Check out my Inspiring Quotes Pinterest Board here.
2. The People Who Love You Most
Do you have someone in your life who always knows exactly what to say when you’re struggling? I am fortunate to be able to seek inspiration from a few loved ones who always have the perfect inspirational quote saved on their phone.
During 2020, one quote was repeated to me by both my cousin and my therapist: “The only way out is through” — attributed to Robert Frost. I must have leaned on those seven words dozens of times that year. There is something uniquely powerful about a quote that arrives person-to-person rather than on a screen. It carries the weight of the relationship behind it.
3. Instagram: Search by Feeling
Instagram has quietly become one of the most powerful places to find inspirational quotes — and most people don’t realize you can search it by keyword. When I’m experiencing a specific emotion, I type it directly into the search bar. The results? A curated stream of posts, accounts, and reels around exactly that feeling.
There are also incredible creators on Instagram who post daily mental health affirmations and motivational content. Following a few of these accounts means your feed starts working for you — delivering little doses of positivity throughout the day.
Tip: Search for accounts focused on mental health, mindfulness, or positive psychology rather than generic “motivation” — the content tends to be deeper and more grounding.
4. Therapy: Words Worth Writing Down
I take notes during every therapy session, and one big reason is that I never know when my therapist is going to say something that completely reframes how I’m seeing a situation. Therapists are trained to use language carefully — and that precision often produces the most memorable, actionable quotes.
Over the years, my therapist has shared wisdom about positive affirmations, self-compassion, and staying present that I’ve carried far beyond the therapy room. Some of the most meaningful words in my journal came from those sessions.
Tip: Keep a small notes app or journal dedicated to quotes and phrases from therapy. Revisiting them between sessions can reinforce what you’re working on.
5. Yoga and Mindfulness Practice
At my yoga studio, one of my teachers closes her session by reading a passage from “Journey to the Heart” by Melody Beattie. Other instructors end our practice with a quote or personal anecdote. Every single time, I walk out of that room feeling more inspired than when I walked in.
There’s something about hearing words of wisdom in that quiet, post-practice headspace that makes them land differently — deeper, more felt than read. Meditation apps, yoga classes, and breathwork sessions are all underrated sources of inspiration.
Tip: If you don’t attend yoga classes, meditation apps like Calm or Headspace often open and close sessions with a meaningful quote or reflection.
Bonus: Books Full of Daily Wisdom
Books — especially daily meditation and affirmation books — are one of the richest sources of inspirational quotes because they’re curated with intention. My mom gave me Letter to My Daughter by Maya Angelou, and every chapter contains lines that stop you in your tracks. I also love Journey to the Heart by Melody Beattie as a daily companion.
Daily devotionals, wellness journals, and gratitude notebooks are designed to deliver one meaningful piece of encouragement at a time — which makes them perfect for starting or ending the day on a positive note.
10 Inspirational Quotes on Strength, Resilience & Positivity
Need inspiration right now? Here are ten of my favorite quotes that I return to again and again — spanning strength, hope, and the beauty of moving forward:
“You are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress simultaneously.” — Sophia Bush
“She was unstoppable — not because she didn’t have failures or doubts, but because she continued on despite them.” — Beau Taplin
“There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” — Leonard Cohen
“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” — C.S. Lewis
“You have been assigned this mountain to show others it can be moved.” — Mel Robbins
“Strength doesn’t come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t.” — Rikki Rogers
“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” — Albert Einstein
“You don’t have to be positive all the time. It’s perfectly okay to feel sad, angry, annoyed, frustrated, scared, or anxious. Having feelings doesn’t make you a negative person. It makes you human.” — Lori Deschene
“She is water. Powerful enough to drown you, soft enough to cleanse you, deep enough to save you.” — Adrian Michael
“The most beautiful thing about a broken person is that somehow, they still choose love.” — Morgan Harper Nichols
Where Do You Find Your Inspiration?
Inspirational quotes are one of the simplest and most accessible tools for staying mentally afloat. Whether you write them in a journal, save them to Pinterest, or repeat them as affirmations during a morning mindfulness practice, the right words at the right time can genuinely shift your perspective.
If you’re building a daily practice around positivity and mental wellness, you might also love my posts on motivating affirmations and ways to stay grounded — both go hand-in-hand with keeping a collection of quotes that speak to you. I am always on a journey to prioritizing my mental health – and you can do the same by starting here.
I’d love to know: where do you go when you need a little extra encouragement? Drop your favorite quote or go-to source in the comments below — I read every single one.
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