Steve Maraboli, Life, the Truth, and Being Free

"When you find yourself in need of spiritual nourishment, it is in the opportunities to serve others that you will find the abundance you seek."

"You were put on this earth to achieve your greatest self, to live out your purpose, and to do it courageously."

"It is only with true love and compassion that we can begin to mend what is broken in the world. It is these two blessed things that can begin to heal all broken hearts."

"Happiness has to do with your mindset, not with outside circumstance."

"You have the ability to choose your reactions."

"It doesn't matter what you did or where you were...it matters where you are and what you're doing. Get out there! Sing the song in your heart and NEVER let anyone shut you up!!"

"At the end of the day, let there be no excuses, no explanations, no regrets."

"Your agreement with reality defines your life."

"Don’t tell me about your god with your words. Show me about your god with your actions."

"The bank of love is never bankrupt."

"Live authentically. Why would you continue to compromise something that's beautiful to create something that is fake?"

"A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal."

"Those who have the ability to be grateful are the ones who have the ability to achieve greatness."

"I want to be in a relationship where you telling me you love me is just a ceremonious validation of what you already show me."

"People who lack the clarity, courage, or determination to follow their own dreams will often find ways to discourage yours. When you change for the better, the people around you will be inspired to change also....but only after doing their best to make you stop. Live your truth and don't EVER stop."

"Religious structure often dilutes the spiritual experience."

"Live authentically. Why would you continue to compromise something that's beautiful to create something that is fake?"

"The greatest enemy to fear is truth."

"How would your life be different if…You stopped allowing other people to dilute or poison your day with their words or opinions? Let today be the day…You stand strong in the truth of your beauty and journey through your day without attachment to the validation of others"

"Free yourself from the complexities and drama of your life. Simplify. Look within. Within ourselves we all have the gifts and talents we need to fulfill the purpose we've been blessed with."