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Every day holds a new possibility or opportunity. Other days are frustrating and exhausting. Even if you aren’t a Star Wars fans, there are some memorable quotes from the infamous movies that can shift your mindset in a more positive manner. Let’s run down the list of everyday Star Wars quotes that will make anyone have a better day or feel motivated. 

“Your Focus Determines Your Reality” – Qui Gon Jinn

This intriguing, overlooked quote said by Qui-Gon Jinn in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace shows a positive viewpoint on many potential toxic situations. Anyone can look at the negatives, yet this quote further emphasizes the downfall in viewing the negativities in life. This serves as a daily reminder to concentrate on the positive aspects of life. 

“Never Tell Me The Odds” – Han Solo

Han Solo’s classic line actually shows much self-confidence. Ignoring the negatives or the most reasonable possibilities would affect anyone’s mindset to prepare for disappointment. However, using Han Solo’s line will change your perspective, but also make you appear more confident. 

“Do or Do Not, There Is No Try” – Yoda

The most confusing line in Star Wars, also holds value and meaning that several people may not realize. The Star Wars Rebels’s episode, Rise of the Old Masters, the producers explore the meaning of this one-liner. If you try to do something, there’s a little piece of your mindset that believes you cannot truly succeed. Overall, you’re left with the decision. Are you willing to try with all of your might or would you rather spare yourself the potential failures or new possibilities?

 “You can’t stop the change, any more than you can stop the suns from setting.” – Shmi Skywalker

 

It’s pointless to dawn or avoid the past, but you should always embrace change. Change is inevitable. It’s scary to adapt to any new opportunities ahead, but they come with amazing perks. Sometimes pushing yourself to try new things can lead to incredible results. 

“This is a New Day, A New Beginning” – Ahsoka Tano

Every day has new opportunities and exciting adventures right in front of you. As it’s easy to get irritated with past situations, just remember each day is a gift. At whatever point in the day you can change your routine and potentially find a better way to spend your time.

“Always in motion is the future” – Yoda

Being a college student is stressful and everyone wants to know where their path lies. If you have a rough day, remember the universe may be working with you. The future constantly builds by every decision you make in one day. The future can hold great times in front of you or prepare you for another obstacle. 

“The belonging you seek is not behind you…it is ahead.” – Maz Kanata

Your path is forward. You may fall, you may have to get back up, but you are always moving forward from one situation to the next. It’s easy to get distracted or discouraged from constantly moving forward from one place to another, but it all happens for a reason.

“In my experience there is no such thing as luck” – Obi-Wan Kenobi

 

Everything happens for a reason. Not everything is determined by a roll of the dice or luck, but rather everything happens the way it’s suppose to. A simple action can change your course and sometimes it’s for the best.

“Stay on target.” – Gold Five

A simple quote many of us may forget. Distractions easily can get us off track from our goals. Just remind yourself to follow the path that can get you to your final destination. It may take some time on discovering which pathway will get you where you want to go, but it’s important to stay clear of the present and accept every opportunity in front of you. 

“Remember, the force will be with you… Always.” – Obi-Wan Kenobi 

Now, even if you aren’t a believer in the force, just remember you are never alone. The universe or possibly someone will be there for you, even when you least expect them. Never give up as there is always a dim light of hope that one can grasp. 

All of these quotes can help you through a bad day, inspire you, or maybe just serve as an easy reminder to keep going forward. One does not need the force to encourage others. Just simply believe in the endless possibilities in front of you and it may uplift your spirits. 

Aubreyonna Van Hoose is a freshman Film Production major and Journalism minor at Bowling Green State University. She also writes for the BG News and loves watching films in her free time. While filmmaking and writing are her passion, she loves working at her local coffee shop.