Thrive Quotes

“If you are a future donor recipient, remember: your family should be a part of your transformative journey. Both parties will experience growth as they find balance in your new life stage.”
― Gregory S. Works, Triumph: Life on the Other Side of Trials, Transplants, Transition and Transformation

“Be okay with having health-essential boundaries.”
― Gregory S. Works, Triumph: Life on the Other Side of Trials, Transplants, Transition and Transformation

“I thrive in structure. I drown in chaos.”
― Anna Kendrick, Scrappy Little Nobody

“The cactus thrives in the desert while the fern thrives in the wetland.

The fool will try to plant them in the same flowerbox.

The florist will sigh and add a wall divider and proper soil to both sides.

The grandparent will move the flowerbox halfway out of the sun.

The child will turn it around properly so that the fern is in the shade, and not the cactus.

The moral of the story?

Kids are smart.”
― Vera Nazarian, The Perpetual Calendar of Inspiration

“The tests we face in life's journey are not to reveal our weaknesses but to help us discover our inner strengths. We can only know how strong we are when we strive and thrive beyond the challenges we face.”
― Kemi Sogunle

“Clarity of mission is important for acceleration. If you have a mission, but others don’t understand or your actions contradict it, then it will be less contagious.”
― Raoul Davis Jr., Firestarters: How Innovators, Instigators, and Initiators Can Inspire You to Ignite Your Own Life

“Freedom in any moment is a product of two things: the autonomy you feel and the support for autonomy that the moment allows.”
― Raoul Davis Jr., Firestarters: How Innovators, Instigators, and Initiators Can Inspire You to Ignite Your Own Life

“Firestarters aren’t born lucky. They manufacture it.”
― Raoul Davis Jr., Firestarters: How Innovators, Instigators, and Initiators Can Inspire You to Ignite Your Own Life

“There is no such thing as a relationship without a contract. All relationships are governed by contracts, be they implied or explicit. Relationship contracts are not legal contracts, though sometimes societal expectations of relationships get worked into law (this can come into play in situations like divorce as well as the legal establishment and relinquishment of paternity).

The society in which you grew up provided you with a set of template contracts to which you implicitly agree whenever you enter a relationship, even a non-sexual one. For example, a common clause of many societal template contracts among friends involves agreeing to not sleep with a friend's recent ex. While you may never explicitly agree to not sleep with a friend's ex, your friend will absolutely feel violated if they discover that you shacked up with the person who dumped them just a week earlier.

Essentially, these social contracts tell an individual when they have “permission” to have specific emotional reactions. While this may not seem that impactful, these default standards can have a significant impact on one’s life. For example, in the above reaction, a friend who just got angry out of the blue at a member of their social group would be ostracized by others within the group while a friend who became angry while citing the “they slept with my ex” contract violation may receive social support from the friend group and internally feel more justified in their retaliatory action. To ferret out the contractual aspects of relationships in which you currently participate, think through something a member of that relationship might do that would have you feeling justifiably violated, even though they never explicitly agreed to never take such action.

This societal system of template contracts may have worked in a culturally and technologically homogenous world without frequent travel, but within the modern world, assumed template contracts cause copious problems.”
― Simone Collins, The Pragmatist's Guide to Relationships

“Whenever we look around the world, we see smart leaders – in politics, in business, in media – making terrible decisions. What they're lacking is not IQ, but wisdom. Which is no surprise; it has never been harder to tap into our inner wisdom, because in order to do so, we have to disconnect from all our omnipresent devices – our gadgets, our screens, our social media – and reconnect with ourselves.”
― Arianna Huffington, Thrive: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Life of Well-Being, Wisdom, and Wonder

“Life wants you to thrive in the domain of your own unique creative vision for your yourself.”
― Bryant McGill, Simple Reminders: Inspiration for Living Your Best Life

“Rest isn’t just downtime; it’s an upgrade. Simple rituals like journaling or stretching can keep you sharp and energized.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Rest isn’t a luxury—it’s how you recharge your power to create, lead, and thrive.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Rest isn’t a step back; it’s the launchpad for clarity, focus, and unstoppable energy. Prioritize it, and watch your productivity soar.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“You can’t build your dreams on an empty tank. Rest isn’t indulgent—it’s essential for your success.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Think of rest as sharpening your saw. The sharper the blade, the smoother the cut. Rest restores your edge.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Burnout isn’t a badge of honor. Rest is how you protect your passion, purpose, and progress.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Rest isn’t about doing less; it’s about doing more of what matters—with clarity and joy.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Rest doesn’t require a day off—it starts with small, intentional breaks woven into your routine.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Reclaim your energy with tiny shifts—pause between tasks, take a midday walk, or unplug before bed. Rest can fit into any schedule.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Rest is your secret weapon. Block time for breaks, ditch desk lunches, and use tools that help you recharge smarter.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Breaks aren’t wasted time—they’re fuel. Time-block them and watch how much sharper and focused you become.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Physical rest isn’t just about sleep—it’s about pausing to refuel your body so you can power through life stronger and sharper.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Step away from the grind and rediscover inspiration. A walk in nature or a creative hobby can recharge your mind in ways you never imagined.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“Thriving requires all five types of rest—physical, mental, emotional, creative, and social. Start small, and watch your energy and focus soar.”
― Felecia Etienne, Overcoming Mediocrity: Limitless Women

“When you're always entering new places, it can shape your perspective on connection & change.”
― Nancy Lavoie

“Without memory, there is no identity, & without identity we are cast adrift into a sea of chance, without compass, map or destination.”
― Nancy Lavoie

“Moving from one place to another can be a source of renewal & continuous inspiration.”
― Nancy Lavoie

“You belong to where you get to bloom. Choose people & an environment where you feel alive.”
― Nancy Lavoie

“Don't wait for someone to bring you flowers. Plant your own..”
― Nancy Lavoie