Inspirational wisdom quotes

Wisdom is a combination of knowledge, boldness, and intelligence. We all want to be wise and make wise decisions because we’re tapping into the best of ourselves when we do. So let these Inspirational wisdom quotes remind you to grow personally and become wiser before you reach the obstacle.

Let’s begin with our favorite wisdom or wise quotes. For we are sure, many of us had to use them in our lives.

Top inspirational wisdom quotes

“The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool.”
― William Shakespeare

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“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.”
― Aristotle

“The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.”
― Socrates

“Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears.”
― John Lennon

“May you live every day of your life.”
― Jonathan Swift

“Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.”
― Rumi

“Only the wisest and stupidest of men never change.” – Confucius

“You will do foolish things, but do them with enthusiasm.”
― Colette

Best wise sayings for success in your life

We all want to be successful, but we cannot always do it independently. Being part of society is essential for every one of us. And that’s why we need to listen to the more experienced (wiser) men to help us. So, you see, being helpless isn’t always bad. That’s why we all are here for you. Namely, together we can build a better future for all of us.

Note: you can also read our related article about success in your life.

“Don’t waste your time with explanations. People only hear what they want to hear.” -Paulo Coelho

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“Some of us think holding on makes us strong, but sometimes it is letting go.” -Hermann Hesse

“Each of us experiences defeats in life. We can transform defeat into victory if we learn from life’s whippings.” – Les Brown

“Nothing is impossible, the word itself says ‘I’m possible!” – Audrey Hepburn

“Any fool can know. The point is to understand.”
― Albert Einstein

“Knowing others is intelligence;
knowing yourself is true wisdom.
Mastering others is strength;
mastering yourself is true power.”
― Lao Tzu

“Follow your heart, listen to your inner voice, stop caring about what others think.”
― Roy T. Bennett

“The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.”
― Albert Einstein

“Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens”
― Jimi Hendrix

“We learn from failure, not from success!”
― Bram Stoker

Wise quotes for a smoother life

Do you agree with us that some people see the obstacle in advance? That’s why they predict unwanted events and prevent them from harming them. However, the others have to hit the rock bottoms to open their eyes. We are among the latter ones. So if you are among those reckless ones, be sure to go through the following sayings because we are sure that they will help you succeed in your life.

“Be wiser than other people, if you can, but do not tell them so.” – Lord Chesterfield

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“The simple things are also the most extraordinary, and only the wise can see them.” – Paulo Coelho

“He who has health, has hope; and he who has hope has everything.” – Thomas Carlyle

“A man is not called wise because he talks and talks again; but if he is peaceful, loving, and fearless then he is in truth called wise.” – Buddha

“I’m not young enough to know everything.”
― J.M. Barrie,

“The desire to reach for the stars is ambitious. The desire to reach hearts is wise.”
― Maya Angelou

Inspirational wisdom quotes – final thoughts

Life is a gift that has been given to you. It is in your hands to make the best out of it. You’ll find a lesson to learn that will make you a better person through the ups and downs. Each experience, good and bad, makes you grow. So, what were your wisdom quotes that inspired you the most?