quotes
"Opportunities don't happen. You create them," and other quotes to propel you forward.
Growth feels lonely before it feels rewarding
We talk about growth like it’s always beautiful. Like it’s exciting. Like it feels good from the start. But the truth is, growth often feels like loss before it ever feels like progress. It’s the letting go, the shedding, the uncomfortable space between who you were and who you’re becoming. And that space? It’s often quiet. Isolating. Misunderstood.
By Olena 7 months ago in Motivation
They’ll judge you no matter what - so do it your way
We spend so much time trying to be “right” in other people’s eyes. Say the right thing. Dress the right way. Choose the path that makes sense to everyone but us. But no matter how careful you are, someone will always misunderstand, criticize, or judge you. That’s life. And once you truly accept that, you stop living for approval - and start living for yourself.
By Olena 7 months ago in Motivation
The older you get, the quieter your circle becomes.
There’s something that happens as you age - and it’s not just wrinkles or wisdom. It’s the slow shrinking of your social circle. The people you used to talk to every day slowly fade into the background. The group chats go silent. The calls become less frequent. And while part of you may wonder if something’s wrong, the truth is: this is normal.
By Olena 7 months ago in Motivation
Don’t let temporary emotions cause permanent damage
We’ve all been there - moments when emotions hit hard and fast. Anger, jealousy, fear, frustration. In those moments, it feels justified to yell, to send the text, to walk away and slam the door behind you. But feelings pass. The damage we do while drowning in them doesn’t. That’s why emotional discipline isn’t just a skill - it’s protection. Don’t let a feeling that lasts five minutes ruin something that could’ve lasted five years.
By Olena 7 months ago in Motivation
The biggest flex is being at peace, not proving a point
There was a time when I felt the need to explain myself to everyone. Whether it was justifying a decision, defending my boundaries, or proving I was “right,” I thought peace could only exist when everyone saw things from my perspective. But the older I get, the more I realize: the true power is in walking away quietly. The biggest flex isn’t clapping back - it’s not needing to. It’s choosing peace over pride, and inner calm over outer validation.
By Olena 7 months ago in Motivation
The Day My Heart Broke Was the Day My Soul Finally Woke Up
I never knew you could love someone so deeply and still lose yourself in the process. No one warns you about that kind of heartbreak. The kind that doesn’t just steal your joy, but your sense of self. That heartbreak wasn’t about one person leaving, it was about me slowly disappearing in the name of love.
By Zanele Nyembe7 months ago in Motivation
