15 inspiring quotes on focus, self-control and action

No matter how important it is, sometimes it can be hard to focus on the task in front of us. We find ourselves constantly getting interrupted by social media, friends or other obligations. There are occasions where all we need is a simple momentum boost. A little bit of motivation to kickstart our focus and get us back on track. One effective way to do that is to think of a certain quote that motivates us to action.

Here is a list of 15 quotes on focus, self-control and action;

1. “The greatest challenge is to control oneself.” – Kazi Shams

2. “Don’t watch the clock; Do what it does. Keep going.” – Sam Levenson

3. “That’s been one of my mantras – focus and simplicity. Simple can be harder than complex: You have to work hard to get your thinking clean to make it simple. But it’s worth it in the end because once you get there, you can move mountains.” – Steve Jobs

4. “We aim above the mark to hit the mark.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

5. “Starve your distractions, feed your focus.” – Anonymous

6. “Change your life today. Don’t gamble on the future, act now, without delay.” – Simone de Beauvoir

7. “Self-control is strength. Right thought is mastery. Calmness is power.” – James Allen

8. “Concentrate all your thoughts upon the work at hand. The sun’s rays do not burn until brought to a focus.” – Alexander Graham Bell

9. “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney

10. “You have power over your mind – not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” – Marcus Aurelius

11. “The opposite of love isn’t hate, it’s indifference.” – Steven Pressfield

12. “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” – Arthur Ashe

13. “We generate fears while we sit. We overcome them by action.” – Dr. Henry Link

14. “Self-control is a key factor in achieving success. We can’t control everything in life, but we can definitely control ourselves.” – Jan McKingley Hilado

15. “Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” – Harriet Beecher Stow