Ever notice how time slows down when you’re truly present? Whether it’s the smell of your morning coffee, the warmth of the sun on your face, or the laughter of a friend, these moments are what life is really about.
But, a reminder once in a while to tell us to hit pause and enjoy them is handy, right?
From the inspiring to the downright witty, we’ve rounded up quotes that will remind you to slow down, take a breath, and live in the moment. Trust us, you’re going to want to keep these handy for whenever life starts speeding up again!
1. “The best preparation for the future is to live as if there were none.” – Albert Einstein
2. “Life is a succession of moments. To live each one is to succeed.” – Coreta Kent
3. “The purpose of life is to live it. To taste experience to the utmost. To reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experiences.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
4. “Enjoy every moment you have. Because in life, there are no rewinds, only flashbacks. Make sure it’s all worth it.” – Unknown
5. “Live in the moment because you never know if it’s going to happen again.” – Unknown
6. “Enjoy the journey. Enjoy every moment and quit worrying about winning and losing.” – Matt Biondi
7. “Today is life. The only life you are sure of. Make the most of today. Get interested in something. Shake yourself awake. Develop a hobby. Let the winds of enthusiasm sweep through you. Live today with Gusto.” – Dale Carnegie
8. “Forever is composed of nows.” – Emily Dickinson
9. “Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment, and making the best of it, without knowing what’s going to happen next.” – Gilda Radner
10. “The only way to survive eternity is to be able to appreciate each moment.” – Lauren Kate
11. “Just enjoy every moment. Don’t stress. Just be yourself.” – Unknown
12. “Life becomes more meaningful when you realize the simple fact that you’ll never get the same moment twice.” – Unknown
13. “We’re so busy watching out for what’s just ahead of us that we don’t take time to enjoy where we are.” – Bill Watterson
14. “Enjoy every moment: you never know when things might change.” – Natalie Imbruglia
15. “The trick is to enjoy life. Don’t wish away days waiting for better ones ahead.” – Marjorie Pay Hinckley
16. “Happiness is not something you postpone for the future: it is something you design for the present.” – Jim Rohn
17. “Life is a long journey so enjoy it and make some beautiful memories along the way.” – Unknown
18. “If you must look back, do so forgivingly. If you must look forward, do so prayerfully. However, the wisest thing you can do is be present in the present…Gratefully.” – Maya Angelou
19. “Instead of bracing yourself for the perils of the unknown. Embrace the joy that is here, in your present moment.” – Michelle D. Rosado
20. “Enjoy today. It is one of the ‘good old days’ you will miss in the future!” – Etta Sawyerr
21. “We know nothing of tomorrow; our business is to be good and happy today.” – Sydney Smith
22. “The decision to make the present moment a friend is the end of the ego.” – Eckhart Tolle
23. “Happiness never comes to those who fail to appreciate what they already have.” – Buddha
24. “We need to embrace every day and enjoy it as much as we can.” – Karen Todd Scarpula
25. “The past is never there when you try to go back. It exists, but only in memory. To pretend otherwise is to invite a mess.” – Chris Cobbs
26. “Never allow waiting to become a habit. Live your dreams and take risks. Life is happening now.” – Paulo Coelho
27. “Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present.” – Albert Camus
28. “Life was always a matter of waiting for the right moment to act.” – Paulo Coelho
29. “Every morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most.” – Buddha
30. “The past is behind, learn from it. The future is ahead, prepare for it. The present is here, live it.” – Thomas S. Monson
31. “The future belongs to those who learn from the past and live brilliantly in the present moment.” – Debasish Mridha
32. “Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That is why it is called the present.” – Alice Morse Earle
33. “The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, nor to worry about the future, but to live the present moment wisely and earnestly.” – Buddha
34. “Now is the only time we have, and the only time we have any control over.” – Richard Carlson
35. “Your life is your own quote, so define it.” – Shashidhar Sa
36. “If you aren’t in the moment, you are either looking forward to uncertainty, or back to pain and regret.” – Jim Carrey
37. “Don’t live the same day over and over again and call that a life. Life is about evolving mentally, spiritually, and emotionally.” – Germany Kent
38. “The best way to create a better future is to do your best at this very moment.” – Debasish Mridha
39. “What matters is what we do with the life we have.” – Carrie Ryan
40. “Life is short. Time is fast. No replay. No rewind. Enjoy every moment as it comes.” – Unknown
41. “Be happy in the moment, that’s enough. Each moment is all we need, not more.” – Mother Teresa
42. “Enjoy moments before they become memories.” – Unknown
43. “Living in the moment, that’s the first step to Having.” – Suh Yoon Lee
44. “You are who you are, the past is gone. It’s the present you must master now.” – Deepti Kapoor
45. “Realize deeply that the present moment is all you have. Make the NOW the primary focus of your life.” – Eckhart Tolle
46. “Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.” – Oprah Winfrey
47. “Don’t rush anything. When the time is right, it’ll happen.” – Buddha
48. “The best way to create a better future is to do your best at this very moment.” – Debasish Mridha
49. “Enjoy every moment you have. Because in life, there are no rewinds, only flashbacks. Make sure it’s all worth it.” – Unknown
50. “Life is a journey, not a destination.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
51. “If you want to conquer the anxiety of life, live in the moment, live in the breath.” – Amit Ray
52. “We’re so busy watching out for what’s just ahead of us that we don’t take time to enjoy where we are.” – Bill Watterson
53. “The decision to make the present moment a friend is the end of the ego.” – Eckhart Tolle
54. “Some moments are happy. Some moments are sad. Live each moment. Embrace life!” – Avijeet Das
55. “People wait all week for Friday, all year for summer, all life for happiness.” – Abhysheq Shukla
56. “Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life.” – Omar Khayyam
57. “Overthinking will not empower you over things that are beyond your control. So, let it be if it is meant to be and cherish the moment.” – Mahsati A.
58. “Life is a long journey so enjoy it and make some beautiful memories along the way.” – Unknown
59. “Living in the present moment creates the experience of eternity.” – Deepak Chopra
60. “If you aren’t in the moment, you are either looking forward to uncertainty, or back to pain and regret.” – Jim Carrey
61. “The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
62. “Remember to do everything with an abundance of love, so that one day you will remember the beauty of every moment lived.” – Mimi Novic
63. “Most humans are never fully present in the now. Because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” – Eckhart Tolle
64. “Happiness is not by chance, but by choice.” – Jim Rohn
65. “Life is a succession of moments. To live each one is to succeed.” – Coreta Kent
66. “Happiness, not in another place but this place…not for another hour, but this hour.” – Walt Whitman
67. “We live in the moment. We’re not thinking about the future right now. We’re not thinking about the past, you know. We’re living in this moment right here and it’s a sweet moment to live in.” – Dwayne Wade
Now you’ve got a great collection of quotes that will remind you to live in the present and bask in the moment. They are like the universe’s tiny nudges, reminding you to just take it easy.
It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle, but these gems are here to help you hit the brakes and appreciate the beauty of right now.
The next occasion you find yourself rushing through life, take a deep breath, remember these quotes, and let them bring you back to the present.
After all, the moments we truly experience are the best ones in life.
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