15 Motivational Quotes To Get You Through The First Week Of School | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

15 Motivational Quotes To Get You Through The First Week Of School

Happy first week of school!

165
15 Motivational Quotes To Get You Through The First Week Of School
trbimg.com

School starts this week, which means one of two things: you are either extremely prepared and have been for weeks, or you don't want to think about walking into a classroom. If you're the latter I have 15 motivation quotes to help you get through that first week.

1. "Don't wait for extraordinary opportunities, seize common occasions and make them great." - Orison Scott Marden

2. "You can't always please everybody, but you can do what makes you happy and just hope that those around you will be happy for you." - Robert Tew

3. Change can be scary, but you know what's scarier? Allowing fear to stop you from growing, evolving and progressing." - Mandy Hale

4. "Don't become too preoccupied with what is happening around you, pay more attention to what is going on within you." - Mary-Frances Winters

5. "We either make ourselves miserable or we make ourselves strong. The amount of work is the same." - Carlos Castenada

6. "Anything is possible if you've got enough nerve." - J.K Rowling

7. "Do what you have to do until you can do what you want to do." - Oprah Winfrey

8. "The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all." - Mulan

9. "Of this be sure: you do not find the happy life... you make it." - Thomas S. Monson

10. "Love yourself first and everything else falls into place." - Lucille Ball

11. "Without rain nothing grows, learn to embrace the storms of your life." - Expanded Consciousness

12. "If it's both terrifying and amazing then you should definitely pursue it." - Erada Svetlana

13. "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." - Ferris Bueller's Day Off

14. “To see the world, things dangerous to come to, to see behind walls, to draw closer, to find each other and to feel. That is the purpose of life.” - The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

15. "Don't let your dreams be dreams. Yesterday you said tomorrow. So just do it." - Shia LaBeouf

Have a great first week!

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

A Few Thoughts Every College Freshman Has

The transition into adulthood is never easy

15463
Mays Island
Courtney Jones

Today I started my third week of college at Minnesota State Moorhead. I have survived welcome week, finding my classes on the first day, and being an awkward loner in the dining hall. Even though I have yet to be here for a month, I have already experienced many thoughts and problems that only a new college student can relate to.

Keep Reading...Show less
Students walking on a sunny college campus with trees and buildings.

"Make sure to get involved when you're in college!"

We've all heard some variation of this phrase, whether it came from parents, other family members, friends, RAs, or college-related articles. And, like many clichés, it's true for the most part. Getting involved during your college years can help you make friends, build your resume, and feel connected to your campus. However, these commitments can get stressful if you're dealing with personal issues, need to work, or aren't sure how to balance classes and everything else going on during the semester.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

9 Reasons Why Friends Are Essential In College

College without friends is like peanut butter without jelly.

6677
Bridgaline Liberati and friends
Bridgaline Liberati

In college, one of the essential things to have is friends. Yes, textbooks, a laptop, and other school supplies are important but friends are essential. Friends are that support system everybody needs. The more friends you have the better the support system you have. But you also have someone to share experiences with. And don’t settle for just one or two friends because 8 out of 10 times they are busy and you are studying all alone. Or they have other friend groups that do not include you. Don’t settle for just one or two friends; make as many friends as you can. After the first couple of weeks of college, most friend groups are set and you may be without friends.

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

The Power of Dressing Up

Why it pays to leave the hoodie at home.

4931
sneakers and heels
Sister | Brother Style - Word Press

For a moment your world is spinning. The phone alarm has just scared you awake and you’re flooded by daunting thoughts of the day ahead. You have three assignments due and little time to work on them because of your job. You’re running late because you’ve hit snooze one to many times after yesterday’s long hours. You dizzily reach for a hoodie, craving its comfort, and rush for a speedy exit, praying you will have time to pick up coffee. Does this sound familiar?

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

11 Signs You Live At The Library As Told by 'Parks And Recreation'

A few signs that you may live in the library whether you'd like to admit it or not.

4330
brown wooden book shelves with books

Finals week is upon us. It is a magical time of year during which college students everywhere flock to the library in attempt to learn a semester's worth of knowledge in only a week. For some students, it's their first time in the library all semester, maybe ever. Others have slaved away many nights under the fluorescent lights, and are slightly annoyed to find their study space being invaded by amateurs. While these newbies wander aimlessly around the first floor, hopelessly trying to find a table, the OGs of the library are already on the third floor long tables deep into their studies. Here is a few signs that you may live in the library, whether you'd like to admit it or not.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments