Steve Maraboli

Our love is sharpened by the stone of our challenges and strengthened by the struggles of our growth.

Country music is the poetry of the American spirit.

We could do ourselves a tremendous favor by letting go of the people who poison our spirit.

Let go of the people who dull your shine, poison your spirit, and bring you drama. Cancel your subscription to their issues.

New levels bring new devils. Stay unapologetically committed to your goals and let go of anyone who poisons your spirit.

Over-analysis is a dream killer. Sometimes you can drown yourself in your own thoughts.

When we__e not true to our thoughts and not true to the feelings we have deep inside, we find ourselves unhappy. Be courageous enough to align your life with your feelings, desires, and sense of purpose.

Do you think peace of mind can be found in holding a grudge_ or harboring resentment_ or wallowing in thoughts of what could have been? Me neither.

How would your life be different if your religion was love, and your spirituality was governed by kindness? How would the world be different if everyone did this?

Be true to yourself, be kind to yourself, read and learn about everything that interests you, and keep away from people who bring you down.

Spread your happiness to others and let them spread theirs to you.

Help people help themselves. Don__ judge, just help. In this process, be cautious to simply point them in the right direction and help them get moving. Don__ make your journey theirs, nor make their journey yours.

Today I will take the opportunity to do unanticipated good.

Give freely to the world these gifts of love and compassion. Do not concern yourself with how much you receive in return, just know in your heart it will be returned.

I don't want my life to be defined by what is etched on a tombstone. I want it to be defined by what is etched in the lives and hearts of those I've touched.

Embrace love and compassion with all your spirit. Understand that they never hurt or offend, they just heal and empower.

When you're too religious, you tend to point your finger to judge instead of extending your hand to help.

The world gives us PLENTY of opportunities to strengthen our patience. While this truth can definitely be challenging, this is a good thing. Patience is a key that unlocks the door to a more fulfilling life. It is through a cultivation of patience that we become better parents, powerful teachers, great businessmen, good friends, and a live a happier life.