Need Inspiration for Becoming Your True Self

Do you love finding quotes that inspire you? Sometimes a quote captures the essence of a subject in a pithy and memorable way that’s impossible to duplicate. Beyond that, it seems inauthentic to copy other’s sentiments on becoming your true self instead of offering them to you in their original form.

So, without further ado, I bring you a collection of quotes to remind you of the importance of living with authenticity and intention today. May they encourage you, inspire you, and challenge you to live your best, truest self.

Quotes to inspire you as you become your true self

“Make a pact with yourself today to not be defined by your past. Sometimes the greatest thing to come out of all your hard work isn’t what you get for it, but what you become for it. Shake things up today! Be You…Be Free…Share.” ~ Steve Maraboli

“Consider the fact that maybe…just maybe…beauty and worth aren’t found in a makeup bottle, or a salon-fresh hairstyle, or a fabulous outfit. Maybe our sparkle comes from somewhere deeper inside, somewhere so pure and authentic and REAL, it doesn’t need gloss or polish or glitter to shine.” ~ Mandy Hale

“Being true to yourself means living in truth with each person in your life. It means refusing to say or do something that you don’t believe is right. Living in truth with other people means that you refuse to stay in any situation where you are unhappy with the behavior of another person. You refuse to tolerate it. You refuse to compromise.” – Brian Tracy

Quotes about the benefits and challenges of living as your true self

“Many of us live in denial of who we truly are because we fear losing someone or something-and there are times that if we don’t rock the boat, too often the one we lose is ourselves…It feels good to be accepted, loved, and approved of by others, but often the membership fee to belong to that club is far too high of a price to pay.” ~ Dennis Merritt Jones

“One of the lessons that I grew up with was to always stay true to yourself and never let what somebody else says distract you from your goals.” ~ Michelle Obama

“A person who does not know himself… can not commit to another person. Without being genuine to yourself you are unable to be genuine to anyone else.” ~ Rebekah Elizabeth Gamble

“Regardless of others’ reactions, do your best to stay true to yourself. Make the choices that allow you to look in the mirror and feel good about the person gazing back at you.” ~ Steve Pavlina

A final word of encouragement. Listen to your heart.

“My darling, you are not weak for wearing your heart on your sleeve. In fact, there is nothing stronger than that. In a world full of people keeping themselves walled off so they may play it safe, play the field, play it cool. To love with the tenacious passion and fierce vulnerability of a lion is the brave thing to do. Let them hear you roar.” ― Kirsten Robinson