39 Positive Quotes That Will Put A Smile On Your Face

A list of positive quotes and happy quotes to cheer you up or make you giggle

Am I the only one that gets overwhelmed by alerting titles on paper or social media? I wish one day we will have a “happy news” section only for the good things.

Sometimes we need positivity to dilute the stress and intensity of everyday life. Or you can say, to create a breathing room. Here’s what I do when a bad day hits me hard:

Write down 3 things I do lately that I’m proud of
Visit the r/MadeMeSmile on Reddit for uplifting posts
Watch hilarious cats pranking human on YouTube
Read through a bunch of positive quotes

With that said, will binge-reading positive quotes magically solve all problems?

NO. But having a positive attitude is like releasing the hand brake. Your eyes are wide open and mind enlightens; everything is smoother.

So here is a list of happy and positive quotes I collect or write as self-reminders. And maybe they will put a smile on your face too. Start the day with the happy vibes!

Positive quotes to bring happy vibes

I hope there are days when your coffee tastes like magic, your playlist makes you dance, strangers make you smile, and the night sky touches your soul.
– Brooke Hampton

Happiness looks gorgeous on you.

Here’s your cup of positivi-tea.

You are your happy place.

A good day is more like 80% Wow and 20% Meh. You can handle the Meh. - Emma Xu

A good day is more like 80% Wow and 20% Meh. You can handle the Meh.
– Emma Xu

A LITTLE BETTER than yesterday is a huge achievement.

What makes you happy doesn't need to make sense to others

What makes you happy doesn’t need to make sense to others

Be happy. It drives people crazy.

When you are passionate about the things you do and truly love your life, you have no room for drama and bitterness.

When things change within you, things change around you.

This positive quote may be cliché, but it points out the truth that your mindset matters. Things don’t get easier, but when you vibrate on a high level, you get stronger.

Do something today that will make you say, “I’m glad I did it” in 10 years.
– Emma Xu

Live your life and forget your age.

Make your life so incredible that no number can identify it.

The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.
– Oprah Winfrey

Smile even when you don’t want to. That changes everything.
– Emma Xu

You don’t need to figure everything out in a day.

The key to finding happiness in everyday life is to live in the moment. Note down your 5-year plan on paper, start doing the first thing on the list and stop thinking about the rest. Remember, slow progress is still progress.

The secret of having it all is believing that you already do.

When you can't find sunshine, be the sunshine.

When you can’t find sunshine, be the sunshine.

Be the change you want to see.

When life shuts a door, open it again. That's how doors work.

When life shuts a door, open it again. That’s how doors work.

A funny but positive quote if you feel like the door is slammed on your face.

A small seed can grow into a big tree with just sunshine and water. So can you.
– Emma Xu

Focus on the things that still matter in 5 years.

You can be upset about office gossips, deadlines and terrible traffic. But just know that they don’t last and shouldn’t take up your time and attention. Put your mind to things and people on your level.

Everything will be ok in the end. If it's not ok, it's not the end.

Everything will be ok in the end. If it’s not ok, it’s not the end.

So many people love you. Don’t focus on the ones who don’t.

We are here to laugh at the odds and live our lives so well that Death will tremble to take us.
– Charles Bukowski

You don't decide how people around you behave. But you can decide who gets to stick around.

You don’t decide how people around you behave. But you can decide who gets to stick around.

Be selective about who you devote your energy to. You are the CEO of your life. Hire and fire accordingly.

Nobody is you, and that’s your superpower.

Always say no to those who want to put you in a mold. You are not a barbie. Your strengths, vulnerabilities, talents, and flaws altogether make you special.