Every morning, STACK posts an inspirational quote on Facebook and Twitter to get you up and running. An articulate and powerful quote can go far to motivate and encourage you along the way to achieving your goals. Get inspired with these STACK-approved quotes and let us know which one is your favorite!

Monday

“I think someone should explain to the child that it’s OK to make mistakes. That’s how we learn. When we compete, we make mistakes.” —Kareem Abdul Jabbar

Tuesday

“Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around —Michael Jordan

Wednesday

“Once you are labeled ‘the best’ you want to stay up there, and you can’t do it by loafing around.” —Larry Bird

Thursday

“Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds.” —Albert Einstein

Friday

“A bold onset is half the battle.” —Giuseppe Garibaldi

Saturday

“Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration.” —Thomas Edison

Sunday

“Play is the only way the highest intelligence of humankind can unfold.” —Joseph Chilton Pearce