21 Mantras for Success To Inspire You
/I'm sure you’ve heard of mantras—repeating positive phrases in your head over and over again to give yourself a boost, but have you ever tried it?
I’ve found that using mantras not only helps me keep myself inspired and focused on my goals, but also serves as a reminder to keep working towards them, no matter how long it takes or how hard the journey becomes.
Living without inspiration will lead to wasted opportunities. Set yourself up for success with these 21 success mantras that will inspire you to make things happen in your life today.
1) Action is the foundation
Taking action is not just about taking a step forward, it’s about taking control of your life. If you want to live an inspired and fulfilling life, take control by doing what you need to do now.
2) Learn from your failures
Failure is often a part of the business. Many entrepreneurs learn as much, if not more, from their failures as they do from their successes.
Just because you failed at something doesn’t mean it’s time to give up on your dreams and give in to your fears; you can overcome any failure by learning what went wrong and doing better next time.
3) Define what success means to you
If you’re wondering whether or not it’s time to quit your job and pursue that side project idea, you should probably ask yourself what success looks like.
Success is different for everyone and means something different depending on where you are in life.
Whether it’s quitting your job to start a business, getting married or having children, defining what success looks like to you will keep you motivated to achieve it.
4) Measure your progress
Sometimes it’s easy to lose sight of how far you’ve come and how much you’ve achieved. These mantras are designed to help you appreciate your achievements, no matter how small they might be.
Write them down and hang them up so that they can serve as a daily reminder that yes, things may not always be going your way—but at least you’re working hard to change that.
5) Take time to reflect
In order to progress in life, we must be sure to take time off to reflect. Reflection is essential because it allows us to remember who we are and how far we’ve come as individuals.
If you’re working toward achieving something great, don’t forget that personal happiness is a key component of success.
6) Focus on how far you’ve come
It’s easy to dwell on what you didn’t do or what might have been, but don’t lose sight of how far you’ve come. Even if your progress has been slow, enjoy it—own it. Be proud of yourself and where you are right now.
Think about how far you’ve come since the day when you first decided to work toward success. Let that inspire you to go even further today!
7) Celebrate every little victory
Some days, you might feel like giving up. But celebrating your successes, no matter how small they may seem, will help you keep going and push you to reach for bigger goals.
Celebrating these little victories also lets others know that their efforts aren’t in vain, which can boost morale and inspire them to push harder.
8) There will be challenges along the way
There will always be setbacks, failures, and unexpected detours. What’s important is that you focus on getting back up and moving forward.
As Maya Angelou once said, you may not control all of what happens to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by it. Keep going!
9) You Didn’t Come This Far to Only Come This Far
Long-distance runners often use a mantra, such as you didn’t come this far to only come this far, to give them motivation.
Athletes know that when you’re in pain—and yes, you will be—mantras can provide strength and inspiration when you need it most.
If you find yourself struggling with a task or deadline, try thinking about your overall vision for success and how great it will feel to reach your goal. Say these mantras out loud if possible.
10) You Get What You Focus On
Once you develop a strong foundation of belief and intent, visualize what you want to achieve. In your mind’s eye, see yourself having reached your goal.
Your success mantra should be a positive statement that describes what you intend to do and why it’s going to work out well.
Then repeat it every morning when you wake up, every night before bed, and at various other times throughout your day as well.
11) I’m Doing This for Me
Sometimes, we set goals and are disappointed when they don’t come to fruition as quickly as we’d like.
If you start feeling discouraged or demotivated, re-visit your reason for setting out on your new endeavor.
Make sure it’s something that truly resonates with you—your passion should be present in every aspect of your life and career.
12) Action Conquers Fear
Fear is an emotion that everyone experiences, but action conquers fear. If you are feeling apprehensive about a future event or activity, power through it with motivation and persistence.
Don’t let your fears hold you back; work towards achieving your goals by developing a plan of action and executing it in an efficient manner.
13) Tomorrow will bring new opportunities
It’s easy to slip into a rut and feel as though there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. However, it is important to remember that things are always changing.
It may not seem like it now, but tomorrow will bring new opportunities. Don’t be afraid to seize these opportunities, even if you have to reach out and take them by force.
14) Don’t Wish for It, Work for It
Wishing isn’t going to get you far in life. Don’t sit around dreaming of success; work towards it.
The most successful people don’t just wish they were rich or famous—they work towards it, day after day. Good things happen to those who hustle.
15) Excellence Does Not Require Perfection
You are not perfect and you never will be—and that’s okay. Excellence does not require perfection.
In fact, it’s often our imperfections that make us unique and interesting. Pursue excellence in whatever you do, and don’t strive for perfectionism.
16) Keep Your Eyes on the Prize
There will be times when you feel like giving up. When you’re feeling discouraged, remember your end goal and keep your eyes on the prize.
What is it that you’re working towards? Why is it important to you? Keep your focus on what matters most, and don’t let anything
17) Our Intentions Create Our Reality
The law of attraction states that our thoughts and intentions create our reality. If you want to manifest success, you have to truly believe it is possible.
This doesn’t mean that you should be naïve—I’m not saying that if you think about winning the lottery, it will happen. However, if you focus on achieving your goals and put your energy into it, you will be more likely to succeed.
18) Every Day is a New Beginning
Each day is a new chance to start over. If you had a bad day yesterday, that’s okay—it’s in the past.
Today is a new day, with new opportunities. Make the most of it and don’t dwell on your past failures.
19) I Can Handle Anything That Comes My Way
You are strong and capable, no matter what challenges come your way. Believe in yourself and know that you can handle whatever is thrown your way.
20) If You’re Tired of Starting Over, Stop Giving Up
No matter what happens in life, you have a choice to start over or give up. If you choose to always get back up when life knocks you down, then your future will be filled with many opportunities and successes.
However, if you keep giving up on yourself, then you will live a life of struggle. So remember that if things aren’t going your way right now, don’t give up because tomorrow is another day to succeed and start over again.
21) One Year Equals 365 Possibilities
If you’re willing to work hard enough, you can do anything you want in a year. Don’t expect to achieve perfection on your first try, but celebrate small victories and always push forward.
At the end of 365 days, if you haven’t realized any goals, go back and review what went wrong. Maybe reevaluate your approach or your desired destination. In most cases, there are still plenty of opportunities available—you just have to be willing to work hard enough to find them!
Final Thoughts
Success takes hard work, dedication, and determination. However, it is possible to achieve success if you have the right mindset.
Use these mantras for success to inspire you on your journey. Remember, even if you stumble along the way, you can always get back up and try again. Persevere through challenges and never give up on your dreams!