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44 Truly Inspiring Quotes Left By Strangers In The Most Unexpected Places
CuriositiesMAY 21, 2019

44 Truly Inspiring Quotes Left By Strangers In The Most Unexpected Places

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The motivational drivel that is being fed to us and pushed down our throats by the many lifestyle influencers and gurus everywhere and every day seem to lose their meaning the more you see of them. Even more so after clothing companies decided to write these pearls of wisdom on random t-shirts, while others proudly put theirs on coffee mugs and even smartphone cases. As with everything in this life - once it's too much, it loses its primary meaning. And in this case, the predisposition to inspire and motivate.
Yet, some people still strive to inspire and share the glimmer of hope about things finding their right path in the chaos of our lives. And they do so in the most unexpected places or at the most unanticipated times, leaving their notes and quotes for us to find in our hour of need. From graffitis in public places to postcards from random strangers, we've collected a plethora of good examples on how the real wisdom of life can reach you out of the blue.
So, if you are in need of some life-changing quotes to set your mind straight, scroll down below and check out this list full of random yet absolutely beautiful thoughts on life, people, and love. Tell us what you think in the comments and don't forget to vote on the one that's the most eye-opening!

#1 Saw This Guy Spreading An Awesome Message On The Side Of The Road. The Front Says #youareloved

Saw This Guy Spreading An Awesome Message On The Side Of The Road. The Front Says #youareloved
64points

#2 Saw This On My Way Home Today

Saw This On My Way Home Today
53points

#3 Found This Taped To The Inside Of My Son’s Bedroom Door

Found This Taped To The Inside Of My Son’s Bedroom Door
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52points

#4 Bathroom Stall Wisdom

Bathroom Stall Wisdom
"There is literally nothing in nature that blooms all year long so don't expect yourself to do so."
48points

#5 Hiking Through Japan And Found This

Hiking Through Japan And Found This
"Dear Stranger,
I'm from Adelaide, Australia, you have no idea who I am and I've traveled to here Japan, to leave you this letter!
Life is tough, isn't it? Just wanted to leave this note with you to tell you YOU MATTER!
If you've ever felt alone or that you don't fit in, well don't, you are unique, you are one of a kind and we will never meet, but you were meant to get this letter.
I love you. You are important
-Stranger"
47points

#6 Playing Hooky From Work, I Found This Enlightening Inscription While I Sat On A Bench In A Park Contemplating Life

Playing Hooky From Work, I Found This Enlightening Inscription While I Sat On A Bench In A Park Contemplating Life
"It's all there if you just pay attention"
45points

#7 A Quote Written By My Aunt Before Her Premature Death

A Quote Written By My Aunt Before Her Premature Death
"Life has no smooth road for any of us. As we go down it, we need to remember that happiness is a talent we develop, not an object we seek. It's the ability to bounce back from life's inevitable setbacks.
Some people are crushed by misfortune, others grow because of it."
44points

#8 Walked Out My Front Door To See This Today

Walked Out My Front Door To See This Today
44points

#9 Spotting On The Ride Home From Work, Shanghai

Spotting On The Ride Home From Work, Shanghai
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#10 While He Was Asleep, I Noticed That My 9-Year-Old Son, Who Has Dyslexia, Had "Tattooed" This On His Arm

While He Was Asleep, I Noticed That My 9-Year-Old Son, Who Has Dyslexia, Had "Tattooed" This On His Arm
42points

#11 Saw This On My Way To Work And It Made Me Happy

Saw This On My Way To Work And It Made Me Happy
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42points

#12 Found Outside A Cafe

Found Outside A Cafe
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41points

#13 Good Thing

Good Thing
41points

#14 Never Give Up On Healthy Habits

Never Give Up On Healthy Habits
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39points

#15 This Came In The Mail Last Year. Sometimes Little Things Like That Are Needed To Get Motivated

This Came In The Mail Last Year. Sometimes Little Things Like That Are Needed To Get Motivated
"In case no one has told you today or when you've needed to hear it:
From a stranger in search of a world filled with more kindness.
(This card was sent as a random act of kindness. I hope it brightens your day.)"
38points

#16 Motivational Street Art

Motivational Street Art
"Take the bricks your enemies throw at you and build your castle"
38points

#17 Found This On My Nature Hike

Found This On My Nature Hike
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38points

#18 Third Message Of This Type I Have Seen On My Way To College In The Morning

Third Message Of This Type I Have Seen On My Way To College In The Morning
36points

#19 Quote Of The Day Brought To You By The Lunch Lady At Work

Quote Of The Day Brought To You By The Lunch Lady At Work
35points

#20 F. E. A. R.

F. E. A. R.
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