Vernon Howard Quotes

A mind at peace, a mind centered and not focused on harming others, is stronger than any physical force in the universe.

You can't hurt me, I found peace within myself.

The mind that is cheerful in its present state, will be averse to all solicitude as to the future, and will meet the bitter occurrences of life with a placid smile.

Decide that no matter what is happening around you, the sun will always be shining in your world.

Remain cheerful, For nothing destructive can pierce through The solid wall of cheerfulness.

I just refuse to worry or get upset or be fearful. It doesn't do one particle of good.

I can only control what I can control at the end of the day, so some things you just can't allow to take your head the other way, some things happen for a reason.

It's really important to always have a positive mind-set, no matter what people have been through.

Successful people are able to rise above crises by relaxing no matter what the external situation. Their belief in themselves, the strength of their self-image is impenetrable armor, which protects them against shattering events.

Let's fill our minds with thoughts of peace, courage, health, and hope, for "our life is what our thoughts make it."

We can choose to gather to our hearts the thorns of disappointment, failure, loneliness, and dismay in our present situation. Or we can gather the flowers of God's grace, boundless love, abiding presence, and unmatched joy. I choose to gather the flowers.

If we want to cultivate hopefulness, we have to be willing to be flexible and demonstrate perseverance. Not every goal will look and feel the same. Tolerance for disappointment, determination, and a belief in self are the heart of hope.

Like the ocean that remains calm in its depths even when waves rage over its surface, and like the sun that continues shining on high even during storms, we can at each moment create value and develop our state of life, enjoying our existence to the fullest in times of both suffering and joy.

Let's not allow ourselves to be upset by small things we should despise and forget. Remember "Life is too short to be little".

When things are difficult, smile by faith. Don't wait until you feel better.

Make the decision and say, "I'm not letting that worry in. I'm done being upset when my plans don't work out. I'm not letting that stress in." Negative thoughts will still come to your mind, but you don't have to let them into your spirit.

In my weightlifting I am trying to show that if you pray and meditate, you can bring to the fore your inner strength. Now, if somebody is really inwardly strong, he is always at peace.

Your thoughts about your circumstances have you down. On the other hand, you can be in one of the biggest battles of your life, and still be filled with joy and peace and victory - if you simply learn how to choose the right thought. It’s time to think about what you’re thinking about.

When life is at that extremely hard time, all we can control is our attitude.

Every experience is a positive experience if I view it as an opportunity for growth and self-mastery.

We can enjoy a self-assurance that doesn't depend on the state of things outside ourselves, be it downturns or booms or whatever.

A strong mind always hopes, and has always cause to hope.

Positivity is an inside job that makes the outside look a lot better.

Optimism boosts your energy and focuses your sights on reaching your goals, rather than wallowing in your setbacks.