I love quotes. Funny quotes, inspirational quotes, thought-provoking quotes. But most of all, I love quotes that make me smile – either because they motivate me, make me chuckle, or cause me to think.

So I’ve compiled 21 quotes that do all of the above. I’ve created a pinnable graphic for each quote below, so please share away!

“You cannot stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” – Jon Kabat Zinn

“Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you’ll start having positive results.” — Willie Nelson

“Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow.” — Helen Keller

“Stay afraid. But do it anyway. What’s important is the action. You don’t have to wait to be confident. Just do it and the confidence will follow.” – Carrie Fisher

“In every day, there are 1,440 minutes. That means we have 1,440 daily opportunities to make a positive impact.”  — Les Brown

“I’m a very positive thinker, and I think that is what helps me the most in difficult moments.” — Roger Federer

“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.” – Albert Einstein

“I am an optimist. It does not seem to be much use being anything else.” – Winston Churchill

“Nothing is interesting if you’re not interested.” – Helen MacInniss

“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” – Maya Angelou

“Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” – Dr. Seuss

“Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.” – Dalai Lama

“Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” — Winston Churchill

“Practice kindness all day to everyone and you will realize you’re already in heaven now.” – Jack Kerouac

“A little nonsense now and then, is cherished by the wisest men.” – Roald Dahl

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing – that’s why we recommend it daily.” – Zig Ziglar

“Life goes by fast. Enjoy it. Calm down. It’s all funny.” – Joan Rivers

“You need to learn how to select your thoughts just the same way you select your clothes every day. This is a power you can cultivate.” – Elizabeth Gilbert

“Above all, be the heroine of your life, not the victim.” – Nora Ephron

“Share your smile with the world. It’s a symbol of friendship and peace.” —Christie Brinkley

“Life is short. Go ahead and eat the tacos. The shoes will fit.” – This Custom Life

“Life isn’t about perfection. There is no rule book. Life has many different chapters, and every chapter deserves celebrating.” – Reese Witherspoon