I read somewhere that just as we feed our bodies with good food, we should feed our minds with good quotes. Following is a list of 10 quotes that I believe can be life lessons and my take on them…

1. Don’t let your difficulties fill you with anxiety. It is only in the darkest nights, stars shine more brilliantly. – Imam Ali
   • You are stronger than your difficulties
2. Seek respect, not attention. It lasts longer.
   • Stop pleasing people. Do your thing & you’ll earn the respect
3. Whatever you are, be a good one. – Abraham Lincoln
   • Be the best version of yourself
4. Live amongst people in such a manner that if you die they weep over you, and if you are alive they crave your company. –  Imam Ali
   • Be a listening ear, a reason for someone’s smile, a shoulder to cry on…
5. Be somebody who makes everybody feels like a somebody.
   • People should always come first – regardless of their status, bank balance, and influence.
6. Money doesn’t make you rich. Attitude does.
   • Nough said!
7. Be with those who support your being. – Rumi
   • Be around people who lift you up and also be the one lifting others.
8. A flower doesn’t compete with the flower next to it. It just blooms!
   • Jealousy never does good to people.
9. Life is fragile. Handle with prayer.
   • Pray regularly. Your faith should overcome the fear…
10. Take risks. If you win, you will be happy. If you lose, you will be wise.
    • The key is to be brave and do it. Done is better than perfect…

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I would love to know which one of the quotes stuck out to you most and why….and if you have any of your favorite quotes / life lessons, feel free to share in the comments below.

Stay Fabulous,
~ Rima