Words to say to someone who’s giving their all. What are phrases that seem to truly support their effort?
When someone close to you is working hard toward something, what words do you say to them?
Simple phrases like “Do your best” or “Don’t overdo it” exist, but if possible, you’d probably want to use words that can support and affirm their efforts.
So this time, we’ll introduce phrases you can say to someone who’s giving their all.
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Words to say to someone who’s giving their all. What are phrases that can truly support their effort? (51–60)
Nothing is impossible.Muhammad Ali
These are the words of Muhammad Ali, who symbolized an era as the world heavyweight champion and left behind many legendary bouts.
This short phrase embodies his stance of believing in his own potential without being bound by conventions or others’ evaluations.
In studying as well, if you decide from the start that something is impossible, the seed of growth will never sprout.
It is precisely when you face difficult challenges that a spirit of taking them on can change your future.
Even walls that seem insurmountable can, through steady effort, turn into realistic goals.
It is a famous quote that strips away preconceptions and gives us the courage to act.
If you are tired, sit for a while on the grass by the roadside and watch the passersby. People will never go all that far.Ivan Turgenev
Ivan Turgenev, an aristocrat of the Russian Empire and a great literary figure, is known for works such as A Sportsman’s Sketches, Fathers and Sons, and First Love.
Many people may find comfort in this famous quote he left behind.
There are countless quotes about hard work, but words that say “It’s okay to rest” may be rare.
When you’re tired, take a break—by doing so, you’ll be able to keep going again.
Even if you continue at a relaxed pace, you can make up for any delays.
Please consider sharing this with someone dear to you who tends to push themselves too hard.
Even a small axe can fell a hard oak if you strike it hundreds of times.William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare, the British poet and playwright known worldwide for works like Romeo and Juliet and Hamlet.
He’s so famous that few people would respond “Who?” when they hear the name “Shakespeare.” Here is one of his famous quotes—it teaches us how important the accumulation of small efforts is for success.
While you’re working hard, you may sometimes feel anxious and wonder, “Is this really okay?” At times like that, please consider gifting this quote.
Our lives are worth only as much as the effort we put into them.François Mauriac
Even when we’re doing our best, there are times when the results are disappointing and our shoulders slump.
Visible outcomes like achievements and results tend to be emphasized, but is that the only way to measure a person’s worth? There’s a hint in a famous quote by the French writer François Mauriac: “Our life has value only in proportion to our efforts.” Let’s reflect on that.
When we pursue our goals and dreams, we face ourselves, run into difficulties and obstacles, and keep trying.
The things we gain precisely because we made those efforts—the inner growth—are what constitute a person’s true value.
Moreover, the effort and time we devote lead to a richer, more fulfilling life.
People who aren’t very smart criticize anything they don’t understand.François de La Rochefoucauld
“Fools despise everything that is beyond their understanding” is a famous saying by the French moralist François de La Rochefoucauld.
When you’re working hard and putting in effort, people sometimes say unpleasant things, don’t they? They may dismiss what they don’t understand with a flat “That’s impossible.” People who think that way will end with “can’t” and stop there.
Of course, some things are truly difficult, but once you actually try, you may find they’re surprisingly understandable.
By taking time to think deeply and view things from a broader perspective—even those you feel you cannot understand—you can savor life more fully, and your life will become brighter and more fulfilling.
Those who persist in doing things others think are beyond understanding are, by that very effort, gaining a great deal.
If you keep at it consistently, you’ll be able to achieve great things.George Washington
The way someone works hard and takes on challenges is wonderful, isn’t it? Continuing to strive toward your dreams and goals isn’t easy—it takes perseverance.
There are times when difficulties arise and you may feel like giving up partway.
At such times, I’d like to share a famous quote from George Washington, the first President of the United States: “If you keep doing it consistently, you will be able to achieve great things.” By keeping at it, you can acquire new abilities and gain broader perspectives that lead to deeper understanding.
Perhaps steady effort and persistence are the fastest route to achieving your dreams and goals.
Even if you feel small, an indomitable spirit can overcome that feeling.Ellen Glasgow
These are the words of American novelist Ellen Glasgow.
Born into an upper-class family, she remained unmarried due to frail health and devoted her life to literature.
Known as a realist writer, she left many works depicting women living in the South and the social changes of her time.
Here is one of her famous quotes.
When you keep striving, there may be times when things don’t go well, or when you feel small comparing yourself to those who seem to be succeeding.
In such moments, remember this quote—it will surely give you strength.
Finish each day and be done with it. You have done your best.Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ralph Waldo Emerson, an American thinker known as a pioneer of Transcendentalism, left many quotes that are helpful for those who want to succeed.
Let me share one of them with you today.
People may interpret this quote differently, but perhaps it will make you feel like praising yourself for your efforts at the end of the day.
It’s something to remember when you feel pressured, thinking, “I need to try harder.”
As long as you keep striving without ever losing sight of a good purpose, you will surely be saved in the end.Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, a leading German literary figure known for works such as the novel The Sorrows of Young Werther and the poetic drama Faust.
This quote appears in the Chorus of Angels in Faust.
Although it’s a free translation and differs from a literal rendering of the original, it’s a wonderful line that inspires us to keep striving.
What kind of salvation one hopes to find through effort differs from person to person.
Yet such effort will undoubtedly become one’s own strength and open the door to a wonderful life.
The great joy in life is accomplishing what the world says, “You can’t do.”Walter Bagehot
Seeing someone strive toward their goals and dreams is truly wonderful.
But it seems we don’t always receive only warm words from those around us.
Sometimes we’re showered with comments like “That’s impossible” or “You should stop.” I’d like to share a quote to remember when you encounter negative words.
It’s from Walter Bagehot, a British economist: “The great pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do.” People around you might say “You can’t do it” because they envy your effort.
But they have no right to stop you from trying.
And while your goal may be difficult given your current abilities, by taking on the challenge, you may well unlock new abilities.