Friday of Phrases: Quotes of Inspiration and Motivation

After my first A Friday of Phrases post, I continually received a great number of requests to do another one—so here it is!

Enjoy, and please feel free to share!

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“I want [people] to know that there’s a huge world out there, and if there’s anything they want to do, all they have to do is put their mind to it.”

~Usher

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“I think you have to want things for yourself, make them happen for yourself, and take risks to put your own dreams into motion.  Once you do that, it’s amazing how doors start opening…….I’m not saying you should simply aspire to make a ton of cash or get famous.  Instead I think that first and foremost, you should aspire to a level of personal excellence—to be the best you can be.”

~Kimora Lee Simmons

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“Inside of negativity often, is an opportunity.”

~MusicWorld CEO Matthew Knowles

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“Do you have the guts to fail? If you don’t fail, you’re not even trying.”

~Oscar-winning Actor Denzel Washington

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“Each of us has the possibility of being effective in changing our world, even if it’s just the world around us.”

~Author and Poet Maya Angelou

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“It’s more [to me] than being a star. I am interested in helping others and helping them realize the greatness within themselves. Of course, it’s nice being the biggest star that you can possibly be. But it’s even better when you help create stars.”

~Entertainer and Radio Host Nick Cannon

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. “A person will never see progress if they do not get involved—the level of your involvement determines your rewards and success. Be careful not to talk yourself out of what you should be in—have a good talk with yourself and move!” 

~Film and Television Producer Tyler Perry

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I hope that these quotes are motivational for you!

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Do you have any special quotes that inspire you?  Please feel free to share them!

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