Only I Can Change My Life. No One Can Do It For Me. (Motivational Quotes – 49)

Updated: May 11, 2020
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Only I can change my life. No one can do it for me.

You’re the only one who can change your life, nobody else can. We often think that we need somebody else to come along and save us, when in reality, we are the only ones who have the power to change our lives for the better. If you’re feeling stuck in a rut and like you need a change, remember that only you have the power to make that happen. Use these tips to help you get started on changing your life for the better.

Your only limits are within your own mind

Your only limits are within your own mind.

The only person you should try to be better than, is the person you were yesterday.

The only person you should try to be better than, is the person you were yesterday.

You Are In Control Of Your Life

Nobody else can live your life for you, so you have to take responsibility for it. You have to make the choices that will lead you to the life you want. Nothing is more wasting than to keep waiting for something to happen. Luck doesn't come to you just like that, but you have the power to bring lucks in by trying a little harder every day. It takes courage to change your life, but you know that it is possible, don't you?

You may not be able to control everything in your life, but you can control how you respond to what happens. You can choose how you will react to the events in your life. You can decide what kind of person you want to be.

Don't wait for something outside of yourself to make you happy in the future.

Don't wait for something outside of yourself to make you happy in the future.

Only I can change my life. No one can do it for me.

Only I can change my life. No one can do it for me.

Why Do We Start To Hate Our Lives?

When you realize you're stuck in the life you never wanted to live but you cannot get out of it because of too many responsibilities, you may start to hate the way things are going, hate your life, and hate yourself. 

Any situation... Stuck in a job you hate, in a relationship that isn't fulfilling, too busy looking after your loved ones to take care of yourself. And you don't think you can change the situation because of the way you grew up. You think it's your destiny. You envy others' lives for not carrying a burden like you have.

But you know that everyone has problems and manage to live with them. They have abilities to deal with problems - either by tackling them or ignoring them.

Sometimes, you have to let your responsibilities go to make yourself happy. And you have to let others know that YOU deserve better.

Why do you think you hate your life, and when did you start to hate your life? Take some time to identify the areas that need improvement, and then take action to make those changes.

Everyday is a new opportunity to become a better version of yourself.

Everyday is a new opportunity to become a better version of yourself.

Be true to your heart. And whatever you do, put your whole heart and soul into it, then it will shine through.

Be true to your heart. And whatever you do, put your whole heart and soul into it, then it will shine through.

How Can We Change Our Mindset?

It is said that the average person has around 60,000 thoughts per day, and a large majority of those thoughts are negative. If we want to change our mindset, we have to be intentional about it. Here are a few things that can help:

1. Be mindful of your self-talk

What do you say to yourself when you make a mistake? Do you beat yourself up or tell yourself that you're worthless? Start catching yourself when you have negative self-talk and replace those thoughts with something more positive.

2. Fill your mind with positive things

Make sure that the majority of what you read, watch, and listen to is uplifting and positive. This will help to offset all of the negativity that's out there.

3. Practice gratitude

Every day, take some time to think about all the good things in your life. Even if things aren't going great at the moment, there are still plenty of things to be thankful for. This exercise will help train your brain to focus on the positive instead of the negative.

4. Surround yourself with positive people

Find friends and family members who will support your positive attitude and who will help hold you accountable when you start to slip back into old patterns of thinking.

What stands in the way becomes the way.

What stands in the way becomes the way.

Life has no limitations, except the ones you make.

Life has no limitations, except the ones you make.

The First Step To Loving Your Life

The first step to loving your life is accepting yourself for who you are. You are perfectly imperfect and that is what makes you special. It is okay to make mistakes, it is okay to be different, and it is okay to not be perfect. When you accept yourself for who you are, you will start to feel more confident and happier. You will also be able to better accept others for who they are.

Loving yourself means taking care of yourself both physically and emotionally. Eating healthy foods, getting enough sleep, and exercising regularly are all important parts of taking care of your body. Taking care of your mental health is just as important. Spend time doing things that make you happy and connect with people who make you feel good about yourself.

Learning to love your life takes time and effort but it is so worth it! When you love your life, you will feel more fulfilled, happier, and healthier. You will also be more likely to attract positive people and experiences into your life. So start today by accepting yourself for who you are and making a commitment to taking care of yourself both physically and emotionally.

Your life is your message to the world. Make sure it's inspiring.

Your life is your message to the world. Make sure it's inspiring.

Believe in yourself, and you will be unstoppable.

Believe in yourself, and you will be unstoppable. [Photo: Joan Crisol]

Why It's Important To Do What You Want To Do

You have to find a way to do what you want to do for a living.

Because you only live once, and time cannot wait for you. You must feel happy and content with what you have. Doing what you want to do will start by appreciating what you have and taking steps to make your life better. It means being grateful for the good things in your life and taking action to improve the things that you don't like.

When you let go of things that out of your control and focus on what you really want to do, you will feel more positive and optimistic about the future. You believe that anything is possible and that you can make your dreams come true. This positive attitude creates a self-fulfilling prophecy where you are more likely to achieve success because you believe in yourself.

Start believing that you can make your life more enjoyable! No more negative thoughts - focus on the good things and take action to make improvements, then suddenly your life becomes a lot more fun and exciting. Who wouldn't want to live a happy and fulfilling life?

Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. [Theodore Roosevelt]

Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. [Theodore Roosevelt]

Don't downgrade your dream just to fit your reality. Upgrade your conviction to match your destiny.

Don't downgrade your dream just to fit your reality. Upgrade your conviction to match your destiny.

How To Maintain A Positive Outlook

No matter what life throws your way, it is always important to maintain a positive outlook. A positive outlook leads to a positive attitude, which in turn, leads to happiness and success.

Practice Gratitude

Every day, take a few moments to think about things you are grateful for in your life. This could be anything from the roof over your head to your happy and healthy family and friends. Focusing on the good in your life will help you see the good in every situation - even when things are tough.

Stay Active

Stay engaged in activities you enjoy. Doing things you love helps you feel good about yourself and fills your life with purpose and meaning. When you have something to look forward to, it is easier to find the silver lining in every cloud.

Keep Laughing!

Don’t forget to laugh! Often, when things don't go according to plan, you become so self-absorbed that you fail to realize just how small the problem really is.

Laughter really is the best medicine - it has the power to instantly boost your mood and chase away any negativity. So watch your favorite comedies, spend time with people who make you laugh, and try not to take yourself too seriously.

There are ways to change your perspective and start appreciating everything that you have. You can certainly brighten up your life - no matter what challenges come your way.

I am too positive to be doubtful, too optimistic to be fearful, and too determined to be defeated.

I am too positive to be doubtful, too optimistic to be fearful, and too determined to be defeated.

Keep it simple, keep going.

Keep it simple, keep going.

"Never mind what others do; do better than yourself, beat your own record from day to day, and you are a success."

You’ve been working hard and you’re feeling good about your progress. You’re hitting new personal recordss and you’re seeing results. But then suddenly, you hit a plateau. You feel like you’re stuck in a rut. What should you do? Push yourself to do more and be better - but how exactly do you go about doing that?

Tomorrow is always another day to make things right.

Tomorrow is always another day to make things right.

Never mind what others do; do better than yourself, beat your own record from day to day, and you are a success.

Never mind what others do; do better than yourself, beat your own record from day to day, and you are a success.

The Benefits of Beating Your Own Record

Sometimes, it's better not to be distracted by how others are doing. Just focusing yourself and pushing yourself to new levels of success - not only does it give you a sense of accomplishment, but it can also provide some valuable benefits.

Boost Your Confidence

When you achieve something that you didn’t think was possible, it gives you a major confidence boost. This newfound confidence can help you in other areas of your life, both professionally and personally.

Increase Your Motivation

Once you see what’s possible, you’ll be motivated to keep pushing yourself further. This can lead to even more impressive accomplishments down the road.

Set Even Higher Goals

Beating your own record can also help you set higher goals. If you see that you’re capable of more than you thought, you’ll be more likely to set loftier goals in the future. And when you achieve those goals, the sense of accomplishment will be even greater.

If you can dream it, you can do it.

If you can dream it, you can do it.

Don't let it break you. No matter how hard it gets, life goes on.

Don't let it break you. No matter how hard it gets, life goes on.

The Motivation to Beat Your Record

Your motivation has to come from within. You have to be willing to push yourself harder than you ever have before and really give it your all. The thought of breaking your own personal record can be incredibly motivating, especially if you've been close in the past.

Think about why you want to beat your record. What is it that you're hoping to accomplish? Is there a specific goal that you're hoping to reach? Whatever your reasons may be, make sure they're strong enough to motivate you through the tough times.

Records are meant to be broken, so don't get discouraged if it takes you a few tries. Just keep pushing yourself and eventually you'll get there.

If you're not going all the way, why go at all?

If you're not going all the way, why go at all?

Keep going ahead. Success is almost there...in front of you.

Keep going ahead. Success is almost there... in front of you.

Believe In Yourself and Keep Training Your Mind

You know that the harder you train, the better your chances of success. We're not just talking about physical training, but we're also talking about your career, study, and all the possibilities that you can realize in your life.

Don't get external factors get in the way. Results won't happen overnight, so don't get discouraged if you don't see improvement immediately. Stick with it.

You don't have to be afraid to ask for help from others who have more experience than you. But your life can only be created by you. So do it for yourself, do it for your life, and start breaking your own records.

There is no substitute for hard work.

There is no substitute for hard work.

The 3C's in life: Choice, Chance & Change.

The 3C's in life: Choice, Chance & Change.

Things take time. Be positive, patient and persistent.

Things take time. Be positive, patient and persistent.

You attract what you are, not what you want. If you want great, then be great.

You attract what you are, not what you want. If you want great, then be great.

Contributors: TJ Salvatore, Mami Yamashita and Ray Alexander 

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