13 Quotes about life, love, and meaning (Just when we really need it)

“When you look deep into the eyes of another and look past the physical differences, you will see a light kindling in the soul burning the flame of life’s purpose and then you will know we are all alike driving by the simple pursuit of love” – Unity

“Time may pass and distance will create barriers, but when I close my eyes and extend my hand, I can feel your fingers between mine. Friends feel your pain with the skip of a heartbeat and know when you need saving. It is a blessing to be surrounded by this energy flow of love.” – Friendship

“Love is the culmination of the pure connection between two souls that starts with the simplicity of a smile and ends with a promise of an eternal bond. Love is power without prejudice, fear, or judgment. It is the one core energy that fuels our existence and gives us the strength to achieve our dreams.” – Love

“When the world was created, there need to be a bed to rest your head and open arms to hold you close: there was family. There needed to be a place to laugh and cry and feel the strength of emotional freedom: there was family. There needed to be a place to call home no matter how lost you got in life: there was family. There needed to be a foundation for unconditional love and acceptance: there was family. There needed to be a group the cheered you on in completion, lifted you up when you were down and always smile at every turn: There was family” – Family

“You are my shelter from the cold. In a world of dreams floating like clouds over a horizon illuminated by the warmth of the sun, you are the vessel drifting through the sky showing the world with a rainbow of love. You protect me from fear, bath me with rain, caress me with your touch and excite me with the sexual spirituality of the mind and body. I breathe you in and am intoxicated with your enchanting passion.” – Passion

“Sometimes the moment seizes you. It takes hold of your senses and showers you with an explosion of life’s wonders. Let go. Don’t be a hero, don’t be a savior, don’t be a martyr. Just be. The moment will take over the rest.” – Moments

“Life is a tapestry of hope, desire, pain, love, heartache, and passion woven with flesh and blood to create the gift of humanity. To find balance; find ease is the potion that will run through your body fueling your existence and laying the groundwork for your legacy.” – Life Balance

“You are my best friend because you let me fly while still keeping me grounded. You never let me forget to dream. You dance with me like no one is looking. You get dirty with a rainbow of possibility. I share my world with you because you get me and my weirdness. With you, I can change the world hand in hand. For the laughter, tears, hope, and fears, I Love You.” – Friendship

“When you open your heart and allow it to be broken and shattered like precious glass, then and only then will you feel the passion and ultimately feel alive” – Vulnerability

“At the end of the day, it is about laughter and the connection.” Think about it. Nothing purer, more real, and more fulfilling. – Laughter

“Nothing great happens when you hold back. Surrender to your feelings” – Risk

“Sometimes the brightest lights come from the darkest places. Find your light and shine.” – Adversity

“Mommy, I love how you tell me a story every night and open up my imagination as you tuck me in and kiss the ghosts away. I love how you smile when I run up and jump on you for my first hug of the day. I love how you think I am the best painter, dancer, and singer in the world. I love how you think I am your greatest gift. Most of all, I love that whatever mistakes I make, you never stop loving me.” – Motherhood

All original quotes by Mark A. Leon