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5 Morgan Harper Nichols Quotes For Every Occasion

If you're not following this poet queen, you need to be.

Hannah Leigh

Apr 09, 2019

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Frankly, you can't go on Pinterest these days without seeing MHN's signature watercolors and script. I have entire Pinterest boards dedicated to her work. Most of the time, I go to these boards for solace in trying times or when I just need a little pick me up. She reminds me to have grace even when times are tough; this is a welcome break from trite "be positive" quotes.

1. For when you need a reminder of how ~amazing~ you are.

Morgan Harper Nichols

Sometimes, we all need a reminder that we have value. We see ourselves as less than the people around us and do not grant ourselves the same grace we give to others.

2. For when you just need some time to recharge and reflect.

Morgan Harper Nichols

In the digital age and with the immense pressure of perfection from social media, it's easy to have FOMO (fear of missing out) on the weekends. It's disheartening to see people traveling the world and making big life changes while stuck in the monotony of routine. However, it is important to realize that your life's value is not based on how many times you go out in one weekend.

3. For when you're feeling pressure or constrained by uncontrollable forces.

Morgan Harper Nichols

Always remember that you have the power to change your life and you have the power to reach for your dreams and follow your passions. Often, we feel stuck because of things that feel out of our control. I urge you to push past these boundaries and discover that maybe you put up these walls; you have the power to break them down.

4. For when you need to be reminded that courage can be shown in little ways.

Morgan Harper Nichols

We all have struggles in our life, whether that be with work, relationships, or even identity. Just know that you have courage because you keep going. You have survived 100% of your worst days and that requires so much courage.

5. For when you need to be reminded of what really matters.

Morgan Harper Nichols

Keep things in your life that help you grow. It's important to recognize and know when to cut out things that are toxic to you.

While it may seem silly, seeing MHN's words on Twitter or Pinterest immediately brighten my day. They make me remember how far I have come in my own journey of self-discovery and how proud I am to be in the place I am today.

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5 Morgan Harper Nichols Quotes For Every Occasion

If you're not following this poet queen, you need to be.

1. For when you need a reminder of how ~amazing~ you are.

2. For when you just need some time to recharge and reflect.

3. For when you're feeling pressure or constrained by uncontrollable forces.

4. For when you need to be reminded that courage can be shown in little ways.

5. For when you need to be reminded of what really matters.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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