Whenever I'm feeling bored, uninspired, and unmotivated in my life, I turn to quotes. Sometimes they give me just what I need to stop making excuses and feeling sorry for myself. Quotes feed us in this way; they become life mottoes, words we rely on when we need perspective and to help push us out of a rut or funk.
I'm so honored to have recently interviewed the below experts for a video series my colleague, Samantha Burns from Love Successfully, and I have created. The purpose of the series, which is called Spring Forward Into Love, is to offer advice, tips, tools, and strategies for smart, successful, single women who are looking to reignite their dating lives and create meaningful relationships.
With spring upon us, it's time to start fresh with a clean slate.
Below are some of the quotes from the experts with whom we chatted. I hope their words inspire and motivate you in your own dating and love life!
"The moment you stop investing in yourself is the moment you've written off all future dividends." - Paul Brunson, entrepreneur, author, and television host.
"In order to have something you've never had, you'll have to do something you've never done." - Thomas Edwards, Founder of The Professional Wingman.
"Stop asking 'Why is this happening to me?' and, instead, ask 'Why is this happening?' That simple tweak can help you recognize patterns and habits that sabotage your relationships, hold you back from realizing your full potential and keep you from finding the love you want! Make today the day you turn in your Academy Award for playing the role of 'Victim' and learn how to approach dating, and life, from an entirely new perspective." - Rita Goodroe, Coach and Founder of Singles in the Suburbs.
"True Love is coming to you. Don't quit before the miracle!" - Dr. Diana Kirschner, Love Guru and CEO of Love in 90 Days.
"People tend to judge people too quickly, and discard people that may be good partners. Get below the surface, to give a good person a chance. Learn how to connect by understanding shared values and goals. This will make a huge difference in your dating success!" -- Amy Schoen, the Motivated to Marry Coach.
"People love people who love themselves." -- Kimberly Seltzer, Dating and Makeover Expert at Elite Image Makeovers.
"Building intimacy in a relationship involves emotional vulnerability. There's just no way to get around it. The two go hand in hand. You can safely allow yourself to be emotionally vulnerable once you believe at your core that you are strong enough to handle any outcomes." --Jasbina Ahluwalia, Matchmaker, CEO and Founder of Intersections Match
"To create the life and love you desire you must unlock the power of your mind and awaken to the spirit of your heart." -- Janie Terrazas, Relationship and Life Coach, and Co-owner of The Love Coaches.
Here's one from my co-host:
"Love is a verb. It requires ongoing effort and evolves with time." -- Samantha Burns, Licensed Counselor, Dating Coach, and The Millennial Love Expert at Love Successfully
And here's one from me!
"Be the CEO of your love life. Nobody but you can take on that role or responsibility. It's up to you to create and build the change you want to see." - Neely Steinberg; Dating Coach, Personal Image Consultant, and Founder of The Love TREP.
Interested in joining the video series? Check it out here.