Inspirational and Motivational Quotes by Denis Waitley

The inspiring and motivating quotes by Jim Rohn and Brain Tracy seem to be very popular on this blog. That’s why I decided to add some more quotes to this site. This time the quotes are by author and motivational speaker Denis Waitley. Like Jim Rohn and Brian Tracy, he really knows what he is talking about and does so with great enthusiasm and humor. Enjoy!

Belief
“Your attitude is either the lock on or the key to your door of success.”
“It’s not what you are that holds you back, it’s what you think you’re not.”
“A smile is the light in your window that lets others know there is a caring person inside.”

Communication
“If you must speak, ask a question.”
“Unless what you say benefits the other person, don’t say it.”
“It’s not what I think that counts, nor is it what you think that counts. It’s what I think you think and what you think I think, that really counts.”
“Listening without bias or distraction is the greatest value you can pay another person.”

Confidence
“The stretch of the limousine is inversely proportional to the self-esteem of the person riding in it.”
“Expect the best, plan for the worst, and prepare to be surprised.”
“Individuals with good self-esteem can accept or reject the opinions of others, but never depend on them for their sense of worthiness.”

Determination
“Life is a do-it-for-others, do-it-yourself project.”
“Everything that is past is either a learning experience to grow on, a beautiful memory to reflect on, or a motivating factor to act upon.”
“You are your own scriptwriter and the play is never finished, no matter what your age or position in life.”

Discipline
“We learn by observation, imitation and repetition.”
“Habits begin as offhanded remarks, ideas and images. And then, layer upon layer, through practice, they grow from cobwebs into cables that shackle or strengthen our lives.”
“First we make our habits, then our habits make us.”
“Habits are like comfortable beds. They are easy to get into, but difficult to get out of.”

Helping Others
“The world needs role models, instead of critics.”
“Others know when you have their best interests at heart.”
“You are truly successful when you can extend a strong hand to someone who is reaching out or just trying to hang on.”
“People who seek attention, need all the help they can get.”
“You know you’re a success when people tell you, “I like me best when I’m with you.”"
“If we succeed without sacrifice, it’s because someone sacrificed for us.”
“Promises should not be given lightly unless you want them lightly received.”

Honesty
“If you have real, internal value, you don’t need a loud, expensive imitation.”
“It is not what you get that makes you successful, it is what you are continuing to do with what you’ve got.”
“Identify with excellence, put your name on your work, and both your work and name will stand the test of time.”

Love
“Love is one of the few experiences in life that we can best keep by giving it away.”
“Only when you set your romantic and business partners free to be all they can be, will you know how attractive and lovable you are yourself; free of the insecurity and self-doubt that spawn envy and jealousy.”
“To love is to be open and vulnerable, and to receive graciously that which is given.”

Motivation
“Motivation is motive in action.”
“The two greatest fear busters are knowledge and action.”
“Think of your imagination as a skill rather than a talent and learn to use it.”
“Motivation is an inner force that compels behavior. Your inner drives will propel you further and faster than external perks.”
“It’s not the experience of today that causes the most stress, it’s the regret for something we didn’t do yesterday.”
“The most important opinion you’ll ever have is the one you hold of yourself.”

Optimism
“Life is a self-fulfilling prophecy. You may not get what you want, but in the long run you will get what you expect.”
“A good life is a collection of happy memories.”
“Happiness is the experience of living a life you feel is worthwhile.”
“Accept yourself as you are right now; an imperfect, changing, growing and worthy person.”
“You are a masterpiece of creation.”
“You are an uncut gemstone of priceless value. Cut and polish your potential with knowledge, skills and service and you will be in great demand throughout your life.”
“View stumbling blocks as stepping stones to the stars.”

Purpose
“If you don’t know where you’re going, it doesn’t matter if your alarm doesn’t go off in the morning.”
“Purpose is the engine that powers our lives.”
“Focus always precedes success.”

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