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The survival quotes below illustrate survival from many different perspectives around the globe.  From surviving in business to surviving out in the wilderness, the word “survival” has a different definition depending on the context. What does survival mean to you? At its simplest, Merriam-Webster defines “survival” as ‘the act of living or continuing longer than another person or thing’. Basic survival centers around maintaining three fundamental factors: food, water, and shelter.  But often, survival is a deep-rooted and complex concept fueled by physical and mental strength. Through the power of survival, many have trudged through dark times and found their light at the end of the tunnel. In this collection of inspiring quotes, we have captured experiences from survival instructors, motivational speakers, celebrities, and more.  Check out the survival quotes listed below for your daily dose of motivation.  Don’t forget to also read these overcoming dark quotes fo...

Our latest collection of Fannie Lou Hamer quotes that will inspire you to remain committed to all struggles you believe in. Fannie Lou Hamer was an African-American civil rights activist who led voting drives and helped establish the National Women’s Political Caucus. She was also the co-founder and vice-chair of the Freedom Democratic Party. Hamer dedicated her life to the fight for civil rights and helped focus attention on the plight of black citizens throughout the South. Born on October 6, 1917 in Montgomery County, Mississippi, Hamer grew up in poverty left school to work by age 12. She got involved in the civil rights movement in the 1960s, a time when black voters were disenfranchised in the southern states. During the course of her activist career, Hamer was threatened, harassed, arrested, assaulted, and shot at. But none of these things ever stopped her from battling racism and poverty. We could learn a lot from her example as we strive to overcome our own adversities. Hamer ...

Are you in the mood to laugh at the political goings-on in the country right now? If yes, then keep reading these Borat quotes. Borat, the fictional character brought to life by the comedic genius Sacha Baron Cohen. The first film,  Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan,  premiered in 2006. Borat is a journalist from Kazakhstan who makes a documentary of his dealings with American citizens. Much of the movie is unscripted and features actual conversations with people who believe he is a genuine foreigner with no understanding of US customs.  The film did exceptionally well at the box office, but controversy surrounded it before and after the release. Arab countries banned the film, and the Kazakhstan government was less than pleased. The second installment of the film titled,  Borat Subsequent Moviefilm,  was just released. It is hilarious, but with Borat quotes like these, it will have its own share of controversy t...

The Ella Baker quotes featured below show her opinions on activism, the fight for civil rights, and prominent civil rights activists like Martin Luther King Jr.  An early civil rights activist, Ella Baker is an inspiration whose work helped put the 1960s civil rights movement in motion. What have you learned about the civil rights movement?  Much of Ella Baker’s activism came from being the founder of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC). She mentored many prominent figures through this organization, including Rosa Parks and Stokely Charmichael. The SNCC played a significant role in organizing a variety of different prominent civil rights events including the March on Washington in 1963. Baker spoke out about civil rights, racism, and sexism, whether within American culture or in the civil rights movement itself.  Learn more about Ella Baker’s life and career as an activist below.  And don’t forget to also check out these Martin Luther King Jr quotes celebrating hope an...

Our latest collection of revenge quotes on Everyday Power. In life, people will always enjoy hurting others. Whether physically or mentally, it’s part of human nature for other people to want to hurt you. As you climb up the ladder of success, you’ll meet different kinds of people, many of whom will try to bring you down. You’ll meet people who will hate you and say negative things to you. However, it’s upon you whether or not they hurt you. Despite the negative things people may try to do or say to you, you should keep focusing on creating the life of your dreams. You should care less about their dislike of you because most people shouldn’t really matter to you. People will look down on you because they think you can’t make it. They believe that you’re bound to fail. If you really want to get back at them, achieve the success they laughed at you for thinking you could achieve. Here are some insightful revenge quotes to remind you that the best way of getting back at people is by livin...

It’s likely that you have heard of a Samurai sword, but how much do you know about the Samurai who wielded them? What were the duties of a Samurai? Were there special qualities the Samurai possessed? What kind of rules were the Samurai expected to follow? Keep reading through these Samurai quotes to learn the answers to these questions and more, including how they felt about their homes! In medieval, and early-modern Japan (from the 12th until the 1870s), the Samurai were hereditary military nobility and officers. They were paid well to be the defenders of the daimyo (the great feudal landholders). Samurai were held in high regard and afforded special privileges, like wearing two swords. The Samurai crafted the bushido code. This code is the rule of the Samurai and governs their martial virtues, views on pain and death, loyalty, and conduct in battle. These quotes delve deep into some of their beliefs like Seppuku. Don’t forget to also check out these Japanese quotes and proverbs on wi...

Our latest collection of “be yourself” quotes on Everyday Power. Are you struggling with trying to be who you want? Are you donning masks to try and hide your true self? There are many reasons why people try to hide their truths. Maybe you’ve looked at others and wished you could be like them. Or maybe you believed not being you could get you what you wanted. However, the truth is that you can’t be someone else. You are you. You are unique and don’t have to sacrifice being yourself to achieve what you want. When you’re not being yourself, you become someone who tries to please others instead of making yourself happy. This will only drain your mind, body, and soul. Being yourself is important because it makes happiness easier to obtain. It allows you to tap into your Everyday Power and live a more fulfilling life. Although there may be a lot of pressure from the outside world as it tries to influence who you are, you should always live life on your terms, not someone else’s. Here are so...