Have you ever stumbled upon a quote that was exactly what you needed to hear in that moment? That’s one of my favorite things about Pinterest, finding new quotes.

I’ll be the first to admit that sometimes I need a little boost to help me stay motivated and feel confident. When I’m struggling with confidence, reading quotes helps to get me back on track.

Quotes offer a quick dose of inspiration and motivation.

A good quote can feel like advice from a beloved mentor, or like a friend reaching out a hand to pull you back up, or like a warm hug from a loved one.

We don’t have to figure everything out on our own, especially when it comes to building confidence. We can learn from others by reading their words and taking them to heart.

If you discover a quote that resonates with you, write it down on a sticky note and place it somewhere you will see it often. Or turn it into a digital wallpaper for your phone or laptop. You can also write it at the top of your journal entry for the day.

 Just make sure it’s somewhere you’ll see it so it can be a reminder for you to stay motivated and continue to build your confidence.

Read More: 33 Journal Prompts to Increase Your Self-Confidence as a Woman

1. One way to feel good about yourself is to love yourself… to take care of yourself.” – Goldie Hawn

2. “You are the one thing in this world, above all other things, that you must never give up on.” – Lili Reinhart

3. “To fall in love with yourself is the first secret to happiness.” – Robert Morely

4. “Accept yourself, love yourself, and keep moving forward. If you want to fly, you have to give up what weighs you down.” – Roy T. Bennett

5. “You can’t hate yourself happy. You can’t criticize yourself thin. You can’t shame yourself worthy. Real change begins with self-love and self-care.” – Jessica Ortner

6. “Love yourself first and everything else falls into line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world.” – Lucille Ball

7. “Smile in the mirror. Do that every morning and you’ll start to ese a big difference in your life.” – Yoko Ono

8. “Talk to yourself like someone you love.” – Brene Brown

9. “Self-care is how you take your power back.” – Lalah Delia

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

11. “I was always looking outside myself for strength and confidence, but it comes from within. It is there all the time.” – Anna Freud

*If you want to gain more confidence in just one week, subscribe to my newsletter to receive your FREE copy of the 7-Day Confidence Building Planner*

12. “Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness.” – Oprah Winfrey

13. “You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try.” – Dolly Parton

14. “Let all your moments of self-doubt, fear, or disappointment fuel your drive to be great.” – Devin McCourty

15. “Faith doesn’t mean you never doubt. It only means that you never act upon your doubts.” – Orson Scott Card

16. “Never let the fear of striking out get in your way.” – Babe Ruth

17. “Each time we face our fear, we gain strength, courage, and confidence in the doing.” – Theodore Roosevelt

Read More: 33 Empowering Affirmations to Boost Self-Confidence and How to Use Them

18. “Successful people have fear, successful people have doubts, and successful people have worries. They just don’t let these feelings stop them.” – T. Harv Eker (link to post about his book)

19. “The way to develop self-confidence is to do the thing you fear and get a record of successful experiences behind you.” – William Jennings Bryan

20. “Belief in oneself is incredibly infectious. It generates momentum, the collective force of which far outweighs the kernel of self-doubt that may creep in.” – Aimee Mullins

21. “There is only one thing that makes a dream impossible to achieve: the fear of failure.” – Paul Coelho

22. “Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I’ll try again tomorrow.” – Mary Anne Radmacher

23. “Even a wise man knows doubt from time to time, it is the fool who allows it to rule his judgement.” – Jennifer Hudock

24. “If you doubt you can accomplish something, then you can’t accomplish it. You have to have confidence in your ability and then be tough enough to follow through.” – Rosalynn Carter

Save this article on Pinterest for later to come back to! 

*If you want to gain more confidence in just one week, subscribe to my newsletter to receive your FREE copy of the 7-Day Confidence Building Planner*

25. “Above everything else I’ve done, I’ve always said I’ve had more guts than I’ve got talent.” – Dolly Parton

26. “When in doubt, doubt the doubt!” – Deepak Chopra

27. “I can’t think of anyone I admire who isn’t fueled by self-doubt. It’s an essential ingredient. It’s the grit in the oyster.” – Richard Eyre

28. “Focus more on your desire than your doubt, and the dream will take care of itself.” – Mark Twain

29. “You have been criticizing yourself for years and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” – Louise L. Hay

30. “You either fall back and live your fear. Or you move forward and fulfill your potential.” – Marie Forleo

If you’d like to read even more quotes on overcoming self-doubt check out this post by Joyful Through It All.

Read More: How to Write a Letter to Your Younger Self to Build Confidence Now

31. “You just can’t beat the person who never gives up.” – Babe Ruth

32. “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” – Theodore Roosevelt

33. “Stand up straight and realize who you are, that you tower over your circumstances.” – Maya Angelou

34. “If you want to move to a new level in your life, you must break through your comfort zone and practice doing things that are not comfortable.” – T. Harv Eker

35. “The difference in winning and losing is most often… not quitting.” – Walt Disney

36. “Willpower is the key to success. Successful people strive no matter what they feel by applying their will to overcome apathy, doubt, or fear.” – Dan Millman

37. “Do the thing and you will have the power.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

38. “Your dream doesn’t have an expiration date. Take a deep breath and try again.” – K.T. Witten

39. “Belief is where it all begins. It’s the genesis of every remarkable discovery and leap forward humans have ever made.” – Marie Forleo

40. “Don’t sit down and wait for opportunities to come. Get up and make them.” – Madam C.J. Walker

41. “It is often the small steps, not the giant leaps, that bring about the most lasting change.” – Queen Elizabeth II

42. “Never bend your head. Always hold it high. Look the world straight in the eye.” – Helen Keller

Read More: 11 Books that Build More Confidence and Keep You Motivated to Reach Your Goals

43. “All our dreams can come true – if we have the courage to pursue them.” – Walt Disney

44. “If you don’t like the road you’re walking, start paving another one.” – Dolly Parton

45. “The question isn’t who’s going to let me; it’s who’s going to stop me.” – Ayn Rand

46. “You have to believe in yourself when no one else does.” – Serena Williams

47. “I am a woman with thoughts and questions and sh*t to say. I say if I’m beautiful. I say if I’m strong. You will not determine my story – I will.” – Amy Schumer

48. “Step out of the history that is holding you back. Step into the new story you are willing to create.” – Oprah Winfrey

49. “We may encounter defeats, but we must not be defeated.” – Maya Angelou

Let these words wash over you and give you the confidence boost and motivation to continue going after your goals because you and your dreams are worth it.

I’d love to know which quote resonated with you the most, let me know in the comments below.