You are amazing! Sounds good, right? There's no doubt that taking the time to compliment yourself, your friends, your partner, and everybody else makes the world a better place. It's as simple as speaking these three simple words to a mirror, a person, or online. So feel uplifted and get reminded by the collection of "you are amazing" quotes below that we have handpicked to remind you of just that.
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Positive language can significantly impact how we view ourselves, our relationships with others, and our outlook on life. It can make us feel empowered, optimistic, and motivated to reach our goals.
One way to do that is through genuine compliments. And sometimes, the effortless and out-of-the-blue appreciation triumphs over the more expected rewards we receive for work and effort. Even the plainest words, "you are amazing," can remove our self-doubts and validate our hard work.
May our you are amazing quotes below make you feel seen and appreciated.
"Don't ever doubt yourself or believe you don't have what it takes. You do. You have amazing qualities no one else possesses."
"Nobody needs to prove to anybody what they're worthy of, just the person that they look at in the mirror. That's the only person you need to answer to."
"Just be yourself. Let people see the real, imperfect, flawed, quirky, weird, beautiful, magical person that you are."
"Don't allow other people's opinions to dictate who you are supposed to be. Look within yourself and discover the amazingly unique, beautiful and strong person you actually are."
"You inspire people, not by showing them how amazing you are, but by showing them how amazing they are."
The first cheerleader we should have is ourselves. To harness the power of positive self-talk, we should be aware of what's running in our heads and pay attention to the messages we tell ourselves.
For instance, if we have negative thoughts, we counter them with positive statements while not invalidating our real emotions. So, for example, if we feel down because we made a mistake, we can remind ourselves that it is normal and part of the learning process.
Whereas not always easy to always value ourselves, we can remind ourselves what an incredible person we are. So say these you are amazing quotes to yourselves in front of the mirror, and check out our 150 Morning Affirmations for more positive self-talk ideas. Or, check out our A-Z list of positive words for more positivity.
"You are amazing person with unique talents. Have faith in your abilities."
"Stop comparing yourself to other people, you're supposed to be unique."
"Never doubt your caliber. You have produced amazing feats already."
"You are a special person. Seek to develop your talents."
"You are brilliantly capable to be the most outstanding version of yourself. The strength is already inside you."
"This is your morning reminder that you are amazing and you can handle anything."
"If someone asked me to describe you in just two words, I'd say… simply amazing."
"I guess what makes you so special is living your life completely and being truly everything that you want to be."
"One day you will realize how the lives you have touched with a few words have changed, and how it has caused you to become more incredible."
Positive self-talk has massive benefits for us. What’s more, if we do the same to others through words of appreciation? As much as we love to be on the receiver's end, we should also double down on expressing our approval, admiration, or respect for the people around us.
For example, a simple compliment like, "I like your smile" or "You did a great job!" can strengthen our relationships or even make us new friends. When we pay attention to and care for others, we should not shy away from giving generous, genuine compliments.
Start saying these you are amazing quotes not only to your friends but to your family as well. And click on to read more about the benefits of a positive attitude.
"When I look at you, I see an amazing, beautiful person who has so much to offer the world."
"If I could give you one thing, it would be the ability to see yourself through my eyes. Only then you will truly understand how special you are."
"A good friend is like a four-leaf clover; hard to find and lucky to have."
"Just so you know, you're pretty much the most amazing person I've ever met."
"In case you have not been adequately informed, please consider this official notification that you are awesome."
"You are worthy of love and respect. You are beautiful, gifted, and intelligent. Don’t let the storm make you forget it."
"I know that you aren’t conscious of how amazing you are but I promise you I know you are amazing, love. Although other people’s potential appears to be decent, you have a really strong potential and this is one reason you may be great."
"You want to know who's amazing, lovely, smart, and has a beautiful smile? Read the first word again."
"What makes you special is that you have a huge spirit, and believe yourself above all else."
"Never ever forget, even for one moment, how truly amazing you are."
Based on the book The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate by Gary Chapman (here on Amazon), one of the five love languages is words of affirmation. From saying, "You are special to me" to "Your support means so much to me," these words foster a healthy relationship.
A study on couples revealed that strong positive communication increases both spouses' well-being when one is suffering from a chronic condition2. If you have this love language, telling your partner how their words make you feel good would be best. And remember to reciprocate it with gratitude!
Affirm your partner with words using the you are amazing quotes below.
"You are amazing, you are caring, you are funny, you are just my sweetheart."
"Your beauty captures me, but what amazes me is that it is wonderfully combined with your amazing soul."
"It's such an amazing thing to be loved for who you are."
"I know your flaws, mistakes and weaknesses and still think you are amazing."
"One of the best things in life is finding someone who knows all your flaws, mistakes and weaknesses and still thinks you are amazing."
"Everyone has a special person in their life today who changed their life for the better, don't let them disappear into obscurity."
A simple appreciation or assurance can turn gloomy days bright. However, we should ensure that our words do not come off as patronizing, which can result from too much toxic positivity.
When offering a compliment, being specific and avoiding generic statements will make it appear more genuine. When providing comfort, listening and understanding the person's feelings before offering advice are ideal. Instead of trying to fix the problem, we should focus on providing emotional support first.
From a different perspective, we should also treat ourselves the same way because, in the first place, we are our first friends. Browse our self-care ideas for easy-to-do ways to treat yourself, or check our guide to taking a personal retreat to get away from it all for some me time - because you deserve it.
With care and a genuine heart, speak these you are amazing quotes to people who need them the most.
"You are amazing simply for hanging in there and holding on, no matter how hard things get! And for moving forward no matter how scared you are or how anxious you feel. Yep, you are awesome."
"You have everything it takes to live an amazing life. Focus on your gifts and talents and let your perceived flaws fade to the background."
"A lot of people said, who do you think you are? I told them I know exactly who I am and I’ll tell you exactly where I’m going."
"Being different isn't a bad thing. It means you're brave enough to be yourself."
"You never let the past get the better of you, and you never think too much about the future, you are really in the moment, and I believe you live life to the fullest."
"I think you are amazing for being so strong, for moving on, for fighting on and on and on."
"Right now you are living an incredible and thrilling life, you just need to know it and keep in pace with it, right now. Let your story unfold, show the world the story of your life. It's awesome to tell them your story is about you."
How often do you appreciate the women of your life? First, we should make it a habit to honor the one who gave birth to us. Whether it's letting her know that her cooking is the best or that her advice has always been invaluable, genuine appreciation makes our mothers feel loved.
Going through pregnancy, fighting for inequality, and being victims of harassment are some of the life challenges every woman goes through. That said, every woman deserves all the praise for being a woman alone. So, starting today, we should constantly appreciate and check in on our mothers, wives, daughters, sisters, and female friends.
Go through the you are amazing quotes below, and think of your female friends and family while reading them.
"She wore her scars as her best attire. A stunning dress made of hellfire."
"I find you the most amazing woman when you manage all the hectic things so smoothly."
"You really are good enough, pretty enough, and strong enough."
"I think that you are incredible for being able to accept obstacles with open arms and I think that that is a remarkable attribute to possess."
"You are awesome! I agree that your magic works miracles in people's lives every day, you make happy everybody. Everyone knows that women are the most incredible beings in the world. You are the most amazing woman."
The online interactions we have is vastly different from face-to-face conversations, especially when it comes to compliments. We can immediately respond in person, but online we have more options. Besides the delay, we can reply genuinely, copy-paste a generic thank you message, click the like button, or ignore it altogether.
Researchers studied Americans who received 1057 compliments1 and found only 205, or 19%, responded. Whatever social norm we practice or platform we deliver our appreciation to, we should always be genuine about it.
Use the rest of our you are amazing quotes below whenever you compliment someone online.
"You’re amazing just the way you are."
"If you work hard and you are kind, amazing things will happen."
"Awesome things come to those who focus on the positive, recognize the blessings, find the humor and never give up!"
"Very few things amaze me, and one of them is you."
"Be yourself, be proud, stand tall. You are amazing!"
"Sorry to interrupt you, but I just thought you should know that you are amazing and deserve to be happy"
"You are the only version of you to ever exist in the universe. You are great, you are powerful, you are special"
"Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else."
| 1 | Placencia, Maria Elena & Lower, Amanda & Powell, Hebe. (2016). Complimenting behaviour on Facebook: Responding to compliments in American English. Pragmatics and Society. 7. 339-365. 10.1075/ps.7.3.01pla. |
| 2 | Monin JK, Poulin MJ, Brown SL, Langa KM. Spouses' daily feelings of appreciation and self-reported well-being. Health Psychol. 2017 Dec;36(12):1135-1139. |
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