Quotes by Sarah Louise Delany

“Don’t let anyone tell you what you can’t do. You’re the only one who sets your limits.”

“Hard work never killed anybody. It’s worry that does you in.”

“If you don’t respect yourself, nobody else will. That’s the first lesson my father taught me.”

“Kindness costs nothing, but it’s worth everything.”

“Life is a journey, not a destination. Enjoy the ride.”

“Life is short, but it’s wide. Don’t waste your time worrying about things you can’t change.”

“The best revenge is living well. That’s what my mama used to say.”

“The best way to help others is to lead by example.”

“The best way to live is with an open heart and an open mind.”

“The best way to live is with gratitude. It changes everything.”

“The best way to live is with love in your heart. It makes everything better.”

“The best way to predict the future is to create it.”

“The key to happiness is finding joy in the little things.”

“The older I get, the more I realize how important it is to laugh. Laughter keeps you young.”

“The secret to a long life? Keep busy, keep learning, and keep laughing.”

“The world is always changing, but some things—like love and kindness—never go out of style.”

“The world is full of beauty. You just have to open your eyes to see it.”

“The world is full of good people. You just have to look for them.”

“The world is full of good things. You just have to look for them.”

“The world is full of opportunities. You just have to be willing to take them.”

“The world is full of possibilities. You just have to be willing to see them.”

“The world is full of surprises. You just have to be ready for them.”

“We didn’t have much growing up, but we had love. And that’s more than enough.”

“We were raised to believe that education is the key to freedom. And I still believe that.”

“We were raised to believe that every day is a gift. That’s why you have to make the most of it.”

“We were raised to believe that every day is a new beginning. That’s a lesson I’ve always held onto.”

“We were raised to believe that every person deserves respect. That’s a lesson I’ll never forget.”

“We were raised to believe that every person has a purpose. That’s a lesson I’ve always believed in.”

“We were raised to believe that every person has value. That’s a lesson I’ve carried with me all my life.”

“We were raised to believe that hard work pays off. And it does.”

“We were taught to be grateful for the people in our lives. They’re what really matter.”

“We were taught to be grateful for what we had, no matter how little it was.”

“We were taught to be proud of our accomplishments, no matter how small.”

“We were taught to be proud of our heritage. It’s what makes us who we are.”

“We were taught to be proud of our history. It’s what shapes us.”

“We were taught to be proud of our roots. They’re what make us strong.”

“We were taught to be proud of who we are. That’s something nobody can take away from you.”

“You can’t change the past, but you can learn from it. That’s how you grow.”

“You can’t control what happens to you, but you can control how you respond.”

“You can’t let fear stop you from living your life. Fear is just a shadow; it can’t hurt you.”

“You can’t let other people define you. You have to define yourself.”

“You can’t live your life looking over your shoulder. Keep your eyes on the road ahead.”

“You have to be brave enough to follow your dreams, even if they seem impossible.”

“You have to be brave enough to take the first step, even if you don’t know where it will lead.”

“You have to be kind to others. You never know what they’re going through.”

“You have to be kind to yourself. You’re doing the best you can.”

“You have to be patient. Good things take time.”

“You have to be strong enough to stand up for yourself, but gentle enough to care for others.”

“You have to be true to your values. That’s what keeps you grounded.”

“You have to be true to yourself. That’s the only way to live with no regrets.”

“You have to be willing to forgive. Holding onto anger only hurts you.”

“You have to be willing to learn from your mistakes. That’s how you grow.”

“You have to be willing to stand up for what’s right, even if it’s not popular.”

“You have to be willing to stand up for yourself. Nobody else will do it for you.”

“You have to be willing to take chances. That’s how you find out what you’re capable of.”

“You have to be willing to take risks. That’s how you find out what you’re made of.”

“You have to be willing to take the first step, even if you’re scared.”

“You have to be willing to work for what you want. Nothing comes easy.”

“You have to keep learning, no matter how old you are. Knowledge is power.”

“You have to keep moving forward, even when the road is rough.”

“You have to keep your faith, even when things seem hopeless.”

“You have to keep your head up, no matter what life throws at you.”

“You have to keep your heart open, even when it’s hard. That’s where love comes in.”

“You have to keep your mind open. That’s how you learn.”

“You have to keep your mind sharp. A dull mind is a wasted life.”

“You have to keep your sense of humor. It’s what gets you through the tough times.”

“You have to stand up for what’s right, even if you’re standing alone.”

“You have to take responsibility for your own happiness. Nobody else can do it for you.”