100 Quotes About Resilience

At some point in our lives, we’ll all experience some form of adversity. Often it’s through no fault of our own, but sometimes it’s our own doing. We all face struggles in life, but how we choose to respond to them is the key to our success. While there are no guarantees when it comes to adversity, there are ways to rise above it and come out on top Read more

The following list of quotes about resilience will help anyone who feels pushed down by life’s challenges.

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Fear will always be a tenant in your mind, but do not make fear the landlord of your mind. Wisdom Primus
If your dreams are so simple and easy to attain,...
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If your dreams are so simple and easy to attain, why don’t you walk straight to them and take them? Wisdom Primus
Advice to my younger self:1 Start where you are with...
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Advice to my younger self:1 Start where you are with what you have2 Try not to hurt other people3 Take more chances4 If you fail, keep trying Germany Kent
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In business, sport, entertainment and beyond an idea is worth next to nothing. The energy, effort, passion, talent, tenacity, strategy, resilience and resourcefulness to see it through and make something of it is worth everything. Rasheed Ogunlaru
Life may try to knock you down but be persistent...
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Life may try to knock you down but be persistent with your passions - cultivate grit, resilience, tenacity and endurance success will come. Amit Ray
Success is simply the wisdom born out of so called...
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Success is simply the wisdom born out of so called failures Rasheed Ogunlaru
A crack on the road does not terminate the journey
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A crack on the road does not terminate the journey Evy Michaels
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You must prune to bloom. If the dead weight is not pruned and removed, it compromises the quality, performance, and output of the vine. When you prune what’s not working in your life, you make the space and place for renewal to happen and for new growth to spring forth. Susan C. Young
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If birds sing without worrying about who is listening to them, and monkeys dance without worrying about who is watching them, and hyenas laugh without worrying about who is mocking them, then you too must do what you do best without worrying about who is ridiculing you. Matshona Dhliwayo
When life is sweet, be thankful, and rejoice; but when...
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When life is sweet, be thankful, and rejoice; but when bitter, be strong, and persevere. Matshona Dhliwayo
If you were able to fall a hundred times as...
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If you were able to fall a hundred times as a child and rise, you are able to fall a thousand times as a grown up and soar. Matshona Dhliwayo
If beautiful lilies bloom in ugly waters, you too can...
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If beautiful lilies bloom in ugly waters, you too can blossom in ugly situations. Matshona Dhliwayo
The storm only comes to teach you how to skillfully...
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The storm only comes to teach you how to skillfully sail your ship. Matshona Dhliwayo
As inside of every seed is the power to rise...
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As inside of every seed is the power to rise from darkness, inside of everyone is the power to rise from adversity. Matshona Dhliwayo
A rock that perseveres under heat and pressure soon becomes...
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A rock that perseveres under heat and pressure soon becomes a diamond. Matshona Dhliwayo
If the storm forgets to bring a rainbow, paint your...
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If the storm forgets to bring a rainbow, paint your own. Matshona Dhliwayo
When you reach the end of your rope, tie a...
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When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot and use it to hang your troubles. Matshona Dhliwayo
Your end can be greater than your beginning: butterflies are...
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Your end can be greater than your beginning: butterflies are the greatest proof of this. Matshona Dhliwayo
When all seems to be against you, remember, a ship...
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When all seems to be against you, remember, a ship sometimes has to sail against the current, not with it. Matshona Dhliwayo
A bird does not give up flying because it failed...
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A bird does not give up flying because it failed on its first attempt. Matshona Dhliwayo
Every seed must rise through dirt to enjoy the sunshine.
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Every seed must rise through dirt to enjoy the sunshine. Matshona Dhliwayo
A daisy blooming in a desert is worth more than...
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A daisy blooming in a desert is worth more than a rose blossoming in a rainforest. Matshona Dhliwayo
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When night comes do not despair; rejoice instead and say to yourself, “At least now I can see the stars. Matshona Dhliwayo
If seeds despaired in their darkest hours, they would never...
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If seeds despaired in their darkest hours, they would never rise to enjoy their brightest days. Matshona Dhliwayo
Today’s storms usher in tomorrow’s sunshine.
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Today’s storms usher in tomorrow’s sunshine. Matshona Dhliwayo
The larger the bricks your enemies throw at you the...
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The larger the bricks your enemies throw at you the larger the palace you are going to build. Matshona Dhliwayo
When people try to bury you, remind yourself you are...
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When people try to bury you, remind yourself you are a seed. Matshona Dhliwayo
Be like seeds; do not see dirt thrown at you...
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Be like seeds; do not see dirt thrown at you as your enemy, but as ground to grow. Matshona Dhliwayo
The rainbow’s colors are hidden in the storm.
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The rainbow’s colors are hidden in the storm. Matshona Dhliwayo
I am RESILIENT, therefore, I am unstoppable. It’s important to...
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I am RESILIENT, therefore, I am unstoppable. It’s important to always remember who YOU are. No matter what challenges you may have to face, ALWAYS stay true to yourself and NEVER give up. Never! Stephanie Lahart
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A butterfly is a caterpillar who never gave up on his dream to fly. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A river continues to flow despite losing a few drops at each turn. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Thorns do not keep a rose from blooming, neither should obstacles keep you from success. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Singing in a storm silences thunder’s threats. Matshona Dhliwayo
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On the path to greatness, life teaches you to walk with stones in your shoes. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A bird does not give up flying today because it couldn't find any worms yesterday. Matshona Dhliwayo
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An oak tree is just a small nut that persevered against the taunts of doubt and fear. Matshona Dhliwayo
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If you are going through hell, keep walking until you reach heaven. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Seeds are proof that the greatest growth takes place in the dark. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A flower can only grow through concrete if it believes in itself, not its obstacles. Matshona Dhliwayo
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The uglier the caterpillar the lovelier the butterfly. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A bird that fears turbulence will never know how high it can fly. Matshona Dhliwayo
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If an ant carries an object a hundred times its weight, you can carry burdens many times your size. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Use the arrows failure throws at you to hunt for success. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Harsh winters precede pleasant springs. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A diamond is just a rock that refused to break under heat and pressure. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Life hands us storms so we can paint rainbows. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Because failure works double time, to get success, work triple time. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Perfume is the scent that pours out of a flower's soul when crushed. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Persevere like a seed; even when people try to bury you, flourish. Matshona Dhliwayo
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If a flower can flourish in the desert, you can flourish anywhere. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A mighty storm is inconsequential when facing a mighty ship. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Shatter your fears and you will shatter records. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Storms pass by on their way to get all the colors needed to paint your rainbow. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Against all odds, a seed rises from darkness and beautifies the universe. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Be flexible like trees; when the wind blows bend, but do not break. Matshona Dhliwayo
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If a flower perseveres through concrete, you can persevere through anything. Matshona Dhliwayo
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The sweetest fruits grow at the top of a tree so that only those who deserve them can reach them. Matshona Dhliwayo
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The darkness of the storm determines the brightness of the rainbow. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A butterfly is a caterpillar which refused to give up its dreams to fly. Matshona Dhliwayo
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It is easier to move mountains using God's hands. Matshona Dhliwayo
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The sweetest victories come after the bitterest defeats. Matshona Dhliwayo
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If records refuse to be broken, shatter them. Matshona Dhliwayo
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The bigger the bricks critics throw at you the bigger the palace you are going to build. Matshona Dhliwayo
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When your critics raise hell keep building your heaven. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Champions are made in the dark before they are revealed in light. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Believe in yourself, not in your critics. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Pain is the seasoning that gives pleasure its flavor. Matshona Dhliwayo
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The dark skies of despair are no match for the bright skies of hope. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A step towards what you fear is a mile towards mastering it. Matshona Dhliwayo
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The thorny path to greatness is better than the rosy path to mediocrity. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Small steps of faith add up to great leaps of success. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Today's tears are an investment into tomorrow's smiles. Matshona Dhliwayo
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You don't win battles you walk away from. Matshona Dhliwayo
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An egg's true value is only known when it is broken. Matshona Dhliwayo
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The best way to overcome your weaknesses is to turn them into strengths. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Don't settle for a star when you can have the whole sky. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Stumbling towards greatness is better than sprinting towards mediocrity. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Conquering hills today prepares you for conquering mountains tomorrow. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Present tears water the gardens of future blessings. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Holding onto your dreams is better than holding onto your nightmares. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Your darkest experiences often lead you to your brightest fortunes. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Be like stars; when darkness tries to stop you from shining, shine all the more. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A storm is an artist who passes by on her way to paint your rainbow. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A tree does not stop growing because the wind blew off a few of its leaves. Matshona Dhliwayo
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One does not become a great swimmer by swimming in shallow waters. Matshona Dhliwayo
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If you run a hundred miles in your heart, you are ready to run a hundred miles on your feet. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Pain in the wilderness is an investment in pleasure in the Promised Land. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Rising amateurs always intimidate falling masters. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Today’s caterpillars are tomorrow’s butterflies. Matshona Dhilwayo
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When you pray for a rainbow you pray for rain too. Matshona Dhliwayo
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To walk in the footsteps of the great, put on their shoes. Matshona Dhliwayo
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Spiritual assets allow us to see more clearly, love more deeply, and act more courageously. Daniel D. Maurer
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The moment you learn the lesson, the test will be over. Henna Sohail
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God will only push you off a cliff if He's going to give you wings to fly. Matshona Dhliwayo
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The soul's hands carry the heart's burdens. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A Resilient Person do not need of good fortune. Efrat Cybulkiewicz
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Though sometimes conflicted and seemingly restricted - grace be [the] wings of clarity. T.F. Hodge
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You don’t have to wait for a storm to pass to paint your own rainbow. Matshona Dhliwayo
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A candle is at its brightest in the dark. Matshona Dhliwayo