When life gets tough it helps to turn to someone who always seems to know just what to say. You know, that person who refuses to let you wallow in self-pity. They have a way of encouraging you while still “telling you like it is”. But what do you do if that person is not around? I’ll tell you what you do. You fire up your printer and print these 20 free printable inspirational quotes! Frame them, carry them with you, wallpaper your bathroom with them. (But, please don’t sell them.) If there is no printer available, you can save them to your phone and refer to them whenever you need a good kick in the rear.
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20 Free Printable Inspirational Quotes
So today I want to share with you these free printables that would look fabulous as a gallery wall. Print them out on high-quality paper and use a 12 X 16 matted picture frame to really make them pop!
I wanted to focus on the words rather than fancy backgrounds, so I went with a minimal design that will complement any decor. Plus, I wanted you to be able to print all 20 of these inspirational quotes without running out of (valuable) ink in your printer, so, there’s that.
To download and print these awesome free printable inspirational quotes, simply click on each photo, the link below each photo, or the graphic at the end of the post (which will allow you to download all of the prints at once).
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I really hope for you that with these inspirational quotes you can enjoy the success of others and let them inspire you so you will experience more happiness and joy in your life! I have chosen a few of my absolute favorite quotes from memorable sources. Like this quote by renowned poet, Ralph Waldo Emerson. He was an American essayist and philosopher, a champion of individualism who critised the pressures of society. He was a wise man.
1. Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
You can download the first of the free printable inspirational quotes here
2. Quote by Theodore Roosevelt
The next quote is another one I am quite partial to and was said by the 26th President of the United States. As a child, Roosevelt suffered from severe asthma and repeatedly experienced sudden nighttime asthma attacks that caused the experience of being smothered to death. Nevertheless, he was energetic and mischievously inquisitive and overcame his poor health when he outgrew his asthma as a young adult. When he was 26, both his wife and his mother died the same night (of different diseases) but two years later he remarried. Here’s a man who has known hardship but who also overcame it.
You can download this free printable here
3. Quote by Helen Keller
One of the most inspirational people who ever lived is Helen Keller. Keller was born with the capacity to see and hear, however, an illness caused her to lose both abilities at the age of just 19 months. Despite this debilitating setback, she went on to learn to read, write, and even speak. She became the first deaf/blind person to graduate college with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1904.
You can download this printable here
4. Quote by Audrey Hepburn
Here’s a short but sweet inspirational quote that I’ve paraphrased from Audrey Hepburn. She wasn’t just a celebrated and much-appreciated movie star, but also a talented dancer. After her career in the spotlights, she devoted much of her time to UNICEF and worked in some of the poorest communities of Africa, South America, and Asia.
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5. Quote by Milton Berle
Milton Berle (or Mr. Television as he was called during the first golden age of television), was a famous comedian and American television star. He had a long reputation for taking control of an entire television production—whether invited to do so or not. His proactive way of living and working is shown in the famous words he spoke: “If opportunity doesn’t knock…build a door”.
You can download “build a door” here
6. Quote by Walt Whitman
Walt Whitman was one of the most influential American poets, often referred to as ‘the father of free verse’. His poetry often focused on both loss and healing. This quote of his is a beautiful reflection of those life aspects.
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7. Quote by Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela was a South African revolutionary, fighting against the apartheid in his country. He was the first black President of South Africa and his government focused on dismantling the legacy of apartheid by tackling institutionalized racism and fostering racial reconciliation. If there is one person who had to deal with seemingly impossible goals, it was Mandela.
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8. Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
These sensible words were originally said by a very wise lady. Eleanor Roosevelt was First Lady of the United States during the Presidency of her husband Franklin D. Roosevelt. She persuaded him to stay in politics after he became severely ill and lost the normal use of his legs, and she began giving speeches and appearing at campaign events on his behalf. She really redefined the role of First Lady and had the courage to do many things she had never done before.
Download Eleanor’s famous words here
9. Quote by George Eliot
Did you know George Eliot was actually a woman, named Mary Ann Evans? She wrote many novels and was one of the leading authors of the Victorian era. She could have published under her own name, but she wanted to escape the stereotypes that would arise from being a female author. Therefore she chose to publish under a male pseudonym.
You can download this quote (by George Eliot) HERE
10. Quote by the Buddha
The Buddha, also known as Siddhattha Gotama, is believed to be the founder of the world religion of Buddhism. His teachings included meditative practices and mindfulness to understand suffering in order to reach the state of Nirvana.
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11. Quote by Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci is widely considered to be one of the greatest artists of all time and his most famous work is probablly ‘the Mona Lisa’. As I am all about simplifying your life, you can understand that this is one of my favorite Leonardo da Vinci quotes:
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12. Quote by Marie Kondo
If you agree with the KonMari Method or not – Marie Kondo has revolutionized the way people declutter and organize. So that’s why one of my favorite Marie Kondo quotes will hopefully inspire you as well:
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13. Quote by Mark A. Cooper
Life has no remote, get up and change yourself! This quote is from the writer Mark A. Cooper and it really resonates with me:
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14. Quote by Michael Altshuler
Michael Altshuler is a keynote speaker, trainer and writer and this quote about how you need to take charge of your life is spot on:
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15. Quote by Napoleon Hill
Ah, Napoleon Hill. The man who wrote the first personal development book without even knowing it: Think and Grow Rich was written by Napoleon Hill in 1937 (!). The book has sold more than 100 million copies worldwide. This quote inspires me to take action, no matter what:
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16. Quote by Walt Disney
This quote by Walt Disney is a lot like the one by Napoleon Hill but there is a subtle nuance: it’s about how so many people talk a lot about what they would like to do or change in their life, but never really take action. You can talk all you want, you can plan all you want but at some point you really have to begin doing something:
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17. Quote by Brian Tracy
Brian Tracy is a motivational public speaker and author. This quote helps you to take a step back from all your day-to-day activities: working or studying or caring for your family or any other thing that is your usual “routine”. If you think about your life being perfect, how would you imagine that to be? And what would you change? And what small step can you take now or tomorrow to move into the direction of your perfect life?
You can download all these free inspirational quotes by downloading the free printable quotes PDF
18. Quote by Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius was a Roman emperor and a philosopher. This quote reminds us about the negative thinking that sometimes goes on inside our minds. The negative thoughts don’t help or support us so if you notice them, try to acknowledge they are there and try to change them to positive, supporting thoughts:
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19. Quote by Karen Salmansohn
Karen Salmansohn is a best selling author of personal development books. And even though I love to do lists with goals to get organized, I think it’s also important to take a step back and think about who we want to be. So, who would you want to be? Do you want to be brave, confident or friendly? And what do you have to do to become the person you want to be?
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20. Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi was the leader of India’s independence movement and is famous for his nonviolent resistance. This quote helps us to be more present in the moment and not live in the past or in the future. It helps to know your past, it helps to know where or who you want to be in the future but maybe we can try to be more present in the here and now on this journey through time:
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