Wonderful quotes and sayings

Words from famous people that I’d like to adopt as my motto. Inspiring quotes that convey the power of words.

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Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music, Faculty of Music (now: Department of Music Culture and Education, Early Childhood Music Education major). In elementary school, my homeroom teacher was Jun Kusaba, a game researcher. After graduating from university, I worked as a kindergarten teacher for 10 years and as an after-school childcare instructor for 7 years, then took a position as a music teacher at an international school in Singapore. In addition to music education, I engaged in activities that introduced Japanese culture, traditional games, and recreational activities, working with many children. Later, through freelance writing, planning, and editing at Shogakukan, I met many delightful adults and experienced the joy of communicating and sharing. Drawing on the perspective cultivated in the field of education and my experience as an editor, I provide practical information with an emphasis on both input and output, mainly in areas related to music and children. My hobbies include instruments, singing, handicrafts, toys, drawing, traditional games, the outdoors, and books. My special skill is spinning-top tricks.

Just like the many great figures who have left their mark on history, celebrities—such as singers, actors, comedians, and athletes—have also left behind a variety of memorable quotes.

In this article, we introduce words spoken by such celebrities that you may want to adopt as your personal motto.

We’ve gathered not only words they offered to those in distress, but also phrases they voiced to spur themselves on.

You’ll surely be moved by the words of people who have overcome countless hardships and continued to strive.

Words from famous people you’ll want as your motto. Inspiring quotes that convey the power of words (11–20)

Roland only looks down when he’s putting on his shoes before going to work.ROLAND

The only time Roland looks down is when he’s putting on his shoes to go to work... 'Me, or not me. The Roland way of life.' #quote

Roland only looks down when he’s putting on his shoes before going to work.ROLAND

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When you’re feeling down, your gaze tends to drop as well, which can narrow your field of vision.

Here are the words of ROLAND, known as the “king” of the host world, that convey just how foolish it is to keep looking down.

By offering the extreme example that he only looks down when putting on his shoes, he emphasizes how important it is to keep looking forward.

He makes you believe that by lifting your gaze and widening your view, you can brighten your mood and make your future shine.

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To challenge yourself is to grow.LeBron James

These are the words of LeBron James, one of the greatest all-around players in NBA history who has won multiple championships and MVP awards.

Having competed at the highest level for many years, he has continually set new challenges for himself.

In studying as well, facing unknown fields or difficult tasks can be unsettling, but that first step is the beginning of growth.

If you avoid challenges, nothing will change.

An attitude of tackling things without fear of failure greatly expands your knowledge and thinking skills.

It’s a quote that encourages growth, teaching us that by taking action, we can surely move forward.

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Don’t rush. But don’t give up.Shigeta Saitō

These are the words of Shigeta Saito, a psychiatrist who has supported many people’s hearts and conveyed ways of living through numerous writings.

When we keep making an effort, there are moments when we want to rush the results, but impatience narrows our perspective.

On the other hand, if we stand still and take no action, no progress can be made.

In studying, what matters is maintaining composure while not stopping your steps.

Even small steps, if continued, will surely move you forward.

It’s a famous saying that teaches us the value of trusting your own pace and persevering with tenacity.

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Don’t look for reasons to give up; look for reasons not to.Kazu Miura

Don't look for reasons to give up; look for reasons not to give up. — Kazuyoshi Miura #Quote

Don't look for reasons to give up; look for reasons not to. Kazu Miura

Here is a quote from Kazuyoshi Miura—“King Kazu”—a living legend in the football world.

To stand on the same stage as younger players even now requires extraordinary effort.

Yet even when he was injured for a time, Miura never gave up.

Many of us have faced difficulties and felt the urge to run away.

In such moments, remember these words.

By first searching for the reason you’ve worked so hard to get this far, you may find yourself thinking, “I’ll give it another try.”

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Being disliked is better than being thought nothing of, because there’s still a chance it could turn into liking.Sanma Akashiya

Being disliked is better than being thought nothing of, because there’s still a chance it could turn into liking.

Being disliked is better than being ignored, because there’s still a chance it could turn into liking. — Sanma Akashiya

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Akashiya Sanma, who debuted under the name Shofukutei Sanma and later changed his stage name to Akashiya as he transitioned into a TV personality, is one of the titans of the comedy world who remains at the forefront even today.

This quote is surely born from years spent performing in front of people.

In any popularity-driven profession—not just for entertainers—nothing begins unless you first draw people’s attention.

Even if that attention carries negative feelings, it’s far more valuable than indifference.

Isn’t that the kind of strength and positivity necessary to accomplish something?

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To solve a problem, don’t run away from it.Jack Dorsey

These are the words of Jack Dorsey, who launched payment services and social networks and has driven innovation in the technology field.

Drawing on his experience confronting complex challenges, he speaks to the essence of problem-solving.

In studying, too, we sometimes want to look away from areas we’re weak in or topics we don’t understand.

But problems you avoid won’t be solved; only the ones you face become your strength.

By looking directly at the cause and continuing to think, you deepen your understanding.

It’s a practical quotation that quietly underscores the importance of the resolve not to run from difficulty.

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You only realize your own strength once you’ve overcome your anxieties and concerns.Serena Williams

These are the words of Serena Williams, who has etched her name in the history of women’s tennis.

The road to the top is never smooth; it is a continuous struggle with anxiety and doubt.

When studying, everyone has moments when they lose confidence in their abilities and feel like stopping.

It is precisely at such times that the experience of facing your anxieties rather than fleeing from them becomes essential.

Only after overcoming difficulties can you recognize strengths beyond what you imagined.

It’s a quote that accepts the emotional turbulence that comes with challenge and gives you the courage to move forward.

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