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The motivational drivel that is being fed to us and pushed down our throats by the many lifestyle influencers and gurus everywhere and every day seem to lose their meaning the more you see of them. Even more so after clothing companies decided to write these pearls of wisdom on random t-shirts, while others proudly put theirs on coffee mugs and even smartphone cases. As with everything in this life - once it's too much, it loses its primary meaning. And in this case, the predisposition to inspire and motivate.

Yet, some people still strive to inspire and share the glimmer of hope about things finding their right path in the chaos of our lives. And they do so in the most unexpected places or at the most unanticipated times, leaving their notes and quotes for us to find in our hour of need. From graffitis in public places to postcards from random strangers, we've collected a plethora of good examples on how the real wisdom of life can reach you out of the blue.

So, if you are in need of some life-changing quotes to set your mind straight, scroll down below and check out this list full of random yet absolutely beautiful thoughts on life, people, and love. Tell us what you think in the comments and don't forget to vote on the one that's the most eye-opening!

#1

Saw This Guy Spreading An Awesome Message On The Side Of The Road. The Front Says #youareloved

Saw This Guy Spreading An Awesome Message On The Side Of The Road. The Front Says #youareloved

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JillVille
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some people are just awesome! I hope the right people saw his sign that day!

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#3

Found This Taped To The Inside Of My Son’s Bedroom Door

Found This Taped To The Inside Of My Son’s Bedroom Door

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#4

Bathroom Stall Wisdom

Bathroom Stall Wisdom

"There is literally nothing in nature that blooms all year long so don't expect yourself to do so."

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#5

Hiking Through Japan And Found This

Hiking Through Japan And Found This

"Dear Stranger,
I'm from Adelaide, Australia, you have no idea who I am and I've traveled to here Japan, to leave you this letter!
Life is tough, isn't it? Just wanted to leave this note with you to tell you YOU MATTER!
If you've ever felt alone or that you don't fit in, well don't, you are unique, you are one of a kind and we will never meet, but you were meant to get this letter.
I love you. You are important
-Stranger"

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#6

Playing Hooky From Work, I Found This Enlightening Inscription While I Sat On A Bench In A Park Contemplating Life

Playing Hooky From Work, I Found This Enlightening Inscription While I Sat On A Bench In A Park Contemplating Life

"It's all there if you just pay attention"

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#7

A Quote Written By My Aunt Before Her Premature Death

A Quote Written By My Aunt Before Her Premature Death

"Life has no smooth road for any of us. As we go down it, we need to remember that happiness is a talent we develop, not an object we seek. It's the ability to bounce back from life's inevitable setbacks.
Some people are crushed by misfortune, others grow because of it."

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#10

While He Was Asleep, I Noticed That My 9-Year-Old Son, Who Has Dyslexia, Had "Tattooed" This On His Arm

While He Was Asleep, I Noticed That My 9-Year-Old Son, Who Has Dyslexia, Had "Tattooed" This On His Arm

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#11

Saw This On My Way To Work And It Made Me Happy

Saw This On My Way To Work And It Made Me Happy

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#15

This Came In The Mail Last Year. Sometimes Little Things Like That Are Needed To Get Motivated

This Came In The Mail Last Year. Sometimes Little Things Like That Are Needed To Get Motivated

"In case no one has told you today or when you've needed to hear it:

  • You are loved.
  • You are beautiful.
  • You are important.
  • You are forgiven.
From a stranger in search of a world filled with more kindness.
(This card was sent as a random act of kindness. I hope it brightens your day.)"

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#16

Motivational Street Art

Motivational Street Art

"Take the bricks your enemies throw at you and build your castle"

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"...It's better to lose a minute in your life than your life in a minute..."

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#18

Third Message Of This Type I Have Seen On My Way To College In The Morning

Third Message Of This Type I Have Seen On My Way To College In The Morning

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MADELEINE KIMBALL
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love how it says 'too much'. It's okay to remember, as long as you learn <3

#19

Quote Of The Day Brought To You By The Lunch Lady At Work

Quote Of The Day Brought To You By The Lunch Lady At Work

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#21

The Best You Can Do Is Work On Yourself

The Best You Can Do Is Work On Yourself

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Luis Milian
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

sometimes we need to be selfish and take care of ourselves before taking care of others

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#22

We Buried Mum Today. We Found This In One Of Her Notebooks

We Buried Mum Today. We Found This In One Of Her Notebooks

"November, 2015
None of us are getting out of here alive, so please stop treating yourself like an after thought. Eat the delicious food. Walk in the sunshine. Jump in the ocean. Say the truth that you're carrying in your heart like hidden treasure. Be silly. Be kind. Be weird. There's no time for anything else. "

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#24

Found This On My Little Cousin's Door. He Suffers From Down Syndrome. This Really Warms My Heart

Found This On My Little Cousin's Door. He Suffers From Down Syndrome. This Really Warms My Heart

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karen snyder
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd like to think that he HAS downs syndrome, but isn't suffering from it. I understand, it's complicated, but it's not painful. In my experience, folks with downs syndrome are pretty happy; so long as the idiots of the world don't tell them they are suffering from some injustice.

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#25

Believe

Believe

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Joanne
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one is not just an inspirational quote but also a funny joke and a very cutely drawn Nessie.

#26

Even If Nobody Cares

Even If Nobody Cares

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Jolee Koop
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This includes making your life beautiful because it doesn't matter what others think or don't think about your life it only matters how you feel.

#27

Wise Words My Grandpa Wrote To My Aunt Almost 60 Years Ago

Wise Words My Grandpa Wrote To My Aunt Almost 60 Years Ago

"December 25, 1957
Dear Daughter,
Everyone lives by habit, either good or bad; therefore, strive to establish the good habit attitude, then you wont have to break the bad.
Your father, Dad"

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#28

This Was At The Front Desk Of My Gym A While Back

This Was At The Front Desk Of My Gym A While Back

"3 SIMPLE RULES OF LIFE:

  1. If you don't go after what you want, you'll NEVER have it
  2. If you don't ask, the answer will always be NO
  3. If you don't step forward, you will always be in the same place"

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#29

Came Across This Stone A Few Miles Into My Morning Hike

Came Across This Stone A Few Miles Into My Morning Hike

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Jo Choto
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I recently discovered my daughter decorates stones like this and leaves them in random places for people to find. She suffers from depression and anxiety and wants to inject a little joy into the world.

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#31

I See You

I See You

It was written on the wall of a studio my partner was at

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#32

Maximum Motivation

Maximum Motivation

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Joanne
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hahaha I love this one! It's way better than my usual to-do lists.

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#33

Sat Down To Brunch And My Shirt Bottom Curled Over To Display A Hidden Message

Sat Down To Brunch And My Shirt Bottom Curled Over To Display A Hidden Message

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#34

Never In My Life Has A Pack Of Gum Motivated Me As Much As This One

Never In My Life Has A Pack Of Gum Motivated Me As Much As This One

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#35

My Tea Had Some Solid Motivation For Me Today

My Tea Had Some Solid Motivation For Me Today

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wait a sec... I learned about this guy in 6th grade! He is all about nature and going with the flow. I'm pretty sure he was an ancient Chinese philosopher, but this goes to show what a pretty inspirational guy he was!

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#36

Some Lady Was Handing These Out During Halloween Along With Candy

Some Lady Was Handing These Out During Halloween Along With Candy

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#37

Saw This Outside My Professor's Office. Just Another Reason He's Everyone's Favorite Instructor

Saw This Outside My Professor's Office. Just Another Reason He's Everyone's Favorite Instructor

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iblowsheep
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

yeah, this sounds like something from a preachy pretentious a*s to me.

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#38

Spotted This Poster While Walking Through Campus

Spotted This Poster While Walking Through Campus

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“Just keep swimming, just keep swimming... Swimming, swimming, just keep swimming.” - Dory BE8DB9AC-C...0-jpeg.jpg BE8DB9AC-CF82-4BDC-8E54-525C42FCCEF9-5d2b4bb6b1d20-jpeg.jpg

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#39

This Was At The Entrance Of The Local Gym I Go To

This Was At The Entrance Of The Local Gym I Go To

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The Girl on Fire
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” - Martin Luther King Jr.

#40

Found This On The Inside Of A Urinal At Burning Man

Found This On The Inside Of A Urinal At Burning Man

"We come to the desert
Looking for a party
Looking for adventure
Instead we found ourselves
We are the party
We are the adventure"

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#41

My Tea Bag Today, Hit Me Right Where I Needed It. I Hope This Inspires You

My Tea Bag Today, Hit Me Right Where I Needed It. I Hope This Inspires You

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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know you didn’t ask, but here’s my advice. Be careful about how you approach that romantic notion because it can also hold you back. A famous football coach once explained that “potential” can become something of an ugly word when it just means that you’ve never accomplished anything and have absolutely nothing to show. It’s fine when you’re very young, but if you’re now 30-something and people are still talking about your “potential” then maybe you have some cause for concern.

#42

Keep At It! Focus On One Thing

Keep At It! Focus On One Thing

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Magpie
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is very good! Helps me today. Without making it tooo hard ( depression is my constant companion)

#44

Written On The Barbell So It’s Always There

Written On The Barbell So It’s Always There

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Milena
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I disagree... do quit and run if need be, apply the non quitting rule only to your health and education, but run from abuse of any sort and quit any demeaning position, love yourself.

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