16 Quotes & Sayings By Bethany Hamilton

In January of 2002, the then 15-year-old pro surfer was attacked by a great white shark at Maui's Ho'okipa Beach. She was the first person to be attacked by a shark in nearly thirty years, and was left with a spinal injury, but her hope and will to live led her to recover and today she dedicates her life to inspiring and motivating others through her involvement in philanthropic and conservation efforts.

I don't really want people looking to me for inspiration....
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I don't really want people looking to me for inspiration. I just want to be a sign along the way that points toward Heaven. Bethany Hamilton
Courage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. That's what...
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Courage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. That's what little girls are made of; the heck with sugar and spice. Bethany Hamilton
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The author describes how impressed she was with the detailed storyboards that outlined her movie — "not just sketches, but real art". She then describes a Hawaiian sunset as, "God painting His storyboard on the sky". Bethany Hamilton
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Here's my advice: don't put all your hope and faith into something that could suddenly and easily disappear. And honestly, that's almost anything. The only thing that will never go away, that will never fail you, is your faith in God. Bethany Hamilton
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Whatever your situation might be, set your mind to whatever you want to do and put a good attitude in it, and I believe that you can succeed. Bethany Hamilton
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Whatever your situation might be, set your mind to whatever you want to do and put a good attitude in it, and I believe that you can succeed. You are not going to get anywhere just sitting on your butt and moping around. Bethany Hamilton
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It's easy to look at the things of this world to solve our challenges and obstacles in life, but when we submit our lives to Christ, His grace, mercy, peace and love will bring true fulfillment to our lives. Bethany Hamilton
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God will give us the strength to be able to handle things. I mean, you can try to do it on your own, and sometimes you can pull off some stuff, but in the long run, it's much easier with Him by our side. Bethany Hamilton
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Learning how to deal with people and their reactions to my life is one of the most challenging things... people staring at me, people asking rude questions, dealing with media, stuff like that. Bethany Hamilton
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Love God; love others; do your best in all you do, even if you fall short! Bethany Hamilton
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I think it doesn't matter if you are the best surfer in the world. I'm going to try to be the best surfer I can be. It's not all about competing and being the best. It's more about having fun and just doing what you love. Bethany Hamilton
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Strive to find things to be thankful for, and just look for the good in who you are! Bethany Hamilton
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Being out there in the ocean, God's creation, it's like a gift He has given us to enjoy. Bethany Hamilton
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Courage, sacrifice, determination, commitment, toughness, heart, talent, guts. That's what little girls are made of. Bethany Hamilton
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It was Jesus who gave me peace when the shark severed my arm. I trust in Jesus whenever I'm going through a hard time. I see all the beautiful things that have come out of my situation. I'm able to share my story with young girls who have few role models, and I can help others cope with what they have been through. Bethany Hamilton