Life lessons through film: Top 10 inspirational quotes

Although many characters in film are fictional, we can still learn from their words on screen. Many make us laugh, while others can inspire and motivate us in our daily lives.

Live life to the fullest- “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”  -Ferris Bueller, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

Put yourself in others’ shoes- “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view. Until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it.” -Atticus Finch, To Kill a Mockingbird

Make the most out of every opportunity you are given- “There should be no boundaries to human endeavor. We are all different. However bad life may seem, there is always something you can do, and succeed at. While there’s life, there is hope.”  -Stephen Hawking, The Theory of Everything

Always use your voice for kindness- “It is the small, everyday deeds of ordinary folk that keeps the darkness at bay – small acts of kindness and love.”  -Gandalf, The Hobbit

Learn from previous mistakes- “Oh yes, the past can hurt. But you can either run from it, or learn from it.” -Rafiki, The Lion King

Embrace the unpredictability of life- “My momma always said, ‘Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re gonna get.’” -Forrest Gump, Forrest Gump

Take initiative and be proactive in achieving goals- “If you want something, go get it. Period.” -Chris Gardner, The Pursuit of Happyness

Mature and grow from experience no matter your background- “Great men are not born great, they grow great.” -Mario Puzo, The Godfather

Go with your gut- “Remember, kid, there’s heroes and there’s legends. Heroes get remembered, but legends never die. Follow your heart kid, and you’ll never go wrong.” -The Babe, The Sandlot

Always give 100% to every task- “Do or do not. There is no ‘try.’” -Yoda, The Empire Strikes Back

Wendy Moody

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