We all need a little bit of inspiration sometimes, and not because we’re feeling discouraged, though that can be a reason. Sometimes, we’ve plateaued, and it is challenging to move forward in a task, a goal, etc. Other times, we’re about to begin a new thing. We’re excited to get started because we’ve envisioned the outcome. We know that it will bring value to us and others. Kind, encouraging words during those times can spur us on.

Typically, the start of a new year is a time ripe with these feelings. Either we need motivation to get started again because we lost our way, or we’re sceptical about what will ensue over the next twelve months. Another scenario is, though, rearing to go, but we’re undecided about which word or thought to use to help us maintain momentum until we achieve our goal.

With this in mind, we’ve scoured books and the internet to create a 12-month calendar of inspirational quotes that will keep you hyped. It’s the perfect tool to keep you motivated, no matter what this year brings.

Here are 12 months of inspirational quotes to kick-start your year. 

January

The year has just started, and you may have mixed feelings. For some, the 12 months loom, and we wonder if the changes we wanted to see in 2024 will finally occur this year. Others question whether things will get better. Then, some are excited about what will unfold because they experienced incredible victories last year. Whichever you can relate to, here’s a quote to keep you centred:

“Every day is a chance to begin again. Don’t focus on the failures of yesterday; start today with positive thoughts and expectations.”— Catherine Pulsifer

February

“The love we give away is the only love we keep.”— Elbert Hubbard

March

This month signals the end of the first quarter, and presumably, when we’ve finally settled into our plans for the year. Here are a few words to treasure:

“Great works are performed not by strength, but by perseverance.”— Samuel Johnson

April

“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”— Arthur Ashe

May

“Each dawn holds a new hope for a new plan, making the start of each day the start of a new life.”– Gina Blair

June

It’s that time of the year when comments on how quickly the year is going by seem to be on loop. It’s also a time when we can pause to assess whether we’re on track to achieve our goals. Can we see the finish line? Do we need to adjust them? Questions, or rather the answers to these, can feel burdensome. However, these wise words may be comforting:

“Life is like a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.”— Albert Einstein

July

“Be happy in the moment, that’s enough. Each moment is all we need, not more.”— Mother Teresa

August

“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” — Colin Powell

September

“It always seems impossible until it is done.” 
— Nelson Mandela

October

Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.”
― Thomas Edison

November

“A grateful perspective brings happiness and abundance into a person’s life.”— Andy Andrews

December

It’s always interesting that we sum up 365 days’ worth of experiences into two very limiting, monosyllabic words, ‘good’ or ‘bad’. They say so little about what we have learned, changed, or endured. It fails to capture how we’ve grown. Wherever December may meet you, keep this thought in mind:

“Resolve to see the world on the sunny side, and you have almost won the battle at the onset.”—Sir Roger L’Estrange

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There you have it! Twelve quotes that will fuel your drive and resilience, bounding over hurdles to succeed in your pursuits. Don’t forget to bookmark this article so you can refer to it over the ensuing months. You’ve got this, be awesome!