150 Keep Your Head Up Quotes to Help You Stay Positive

When times are tough, it can be hard to keep your head up. But if you want to stay positive and motivated, you need to find a way to keep looking ahead. That’s why we’ve gathered 150 of the best “keep your head up” quotes for you to read and reflect on. Whether you’re having a bad day or going through a tough time, these quotes will help you find the strength to keep moving forward.

 Keep Your Head Up Quotes

1. “No matter how hard the past, you can always begin again.” – Buddha
2. “The positive thinker sees the invisible, feels the intangible, and achieves the impossible.” – Unknown
3. “Life is too short to be living someone else’s dream.” – Hugh Hefner
4. “If you’re going through hell, keep going.” – Winston Churchill
5. “You can’t start the next chapter of your life if you keep re-reading the last one.” – Unknown
6. “When life puts you in tough situations, don’t say why me, just say try me.” – Unknown
7. “When you can’t control what’s happening, challenge yourself to control the way you respond to it.” – Unknown
8. “You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” – Marcus Aurelius
9. “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill
10. “The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.” – Dolly Parton
11. “Tough times never last, but tough people do.” – Robert H. Schuller
12. “You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.” – Zig Ziglar
13. “The pain you feel today will be the strength you feel tomorrow.” – Unknown
14. “It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.” – Aristotle
15. “No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.” – Regina Brett
16. “When writing the story of your life, don’t let anyone else hold the pen.” – Harley Davidson
17. “The road of life is never straight; it’s full of curves, bumps and surprises. Just keep driving.” – Unknown
18. “You can do anything you set your mind to.” – Benjamin Franklin
19. “Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out.” – Robert Collier
20. “The only way out of the labyrinth of suffering is to forgive.” – John Green
21. “I’ve learned that something constructive comes from every defeat.” – Tom Landry
22. “Look at the sparrows; they do not know what they will do in the next moment. Let us literally live from moment to moment.” – Mahatma Gandhi
23. “Nothing is impossible, the word itself says ‘I’m possible’!” – Audrey Hepburn
24. “In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” – Albert Einstein
25. “The only person you should try to be better than is the person you were yesterday.” – Unknown
26. “Things work out best for those who make the best of how things work out.” – John Wooden
27. “Keep your head up and be patient.” – A. J. McLean
28. “I never lose. I either win or learn.” – Nelson Mandela
29. “When times get rough, keep your head up.” – CC Sabathia
30. “Keep your head up. Keep your heart strong.” – Ben Howard
31. “Keep your heels, head, and standards high.” – Coco Chanel
32. “Keep your head up, Legs closed, Eyes open.” – Tupac Shakur
33. “Keep your head up, keep your heart strong.” – Shalane Flanagan
34. “There is no failure except in no longer trying.” – Elbert Hubbard
35. “Awake! Arise and go! Never ever give up!” – Ernest Agyemang Yeboah
36. “The only thing you should ever quit is giving up.” – Steve Pfiester.
37. “Don’t let anyone knock you down. Keep your head up.” – Greyson Chance
38. “Put all excuses aside and remember this: YOU are capable.” – Zig Ziglar
39. “You have to lift your head up out of the mud and just do it.” – Teri Garr
40. “Never confuse a single defeat with a final defeat.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald
41. “Even though you’re fed up, you’ve got to keep your head up.” – Tupac Shakur
42. “Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.” – John Wooden
43. “Keep your head up in failure and your head down in success.” – Jerry Seinfeld
44. “If you aren’t in over your head, how do you know how tall you are?” – T. S. Eliot
45. “Sometimes life hits you in the head with a brick. Don’t lose faith.” – Steve Jobs
46. “You gotta keep ur head up even when the road is hard never give up.” – Tupac Shakur
47. “It is important to keep your head up and follow what you believe is right.” – Ajay Naidu
48. “You never know how strong you are, until being strong is your only choice.” – Bob Marley
49. “You’re a fighter. Look at everything you’ve overcome. Don’t give up now.” – Olivia Benson
50. “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” – Confucius
51. “Constant effort and frequent mistakes are the stepping stones to genius.” – Elbert Hubbard
52. “That’s what is incredible about human beings, is the choice to keep going.” – Jack Antonoff
53. “No matter how much it hurts, you have to hold your head up and keep going.” – Brooke Addison
54. “Never bend your head. Always hold it high. Look the world straight in the eye.” – Helen Keller
55. “If I’m going to have hope, I’m going to have to learn to endure disappointment.” – Sharon Weil
56. “Keep your head up and smile, because someone somewhere wants to see you fail.” – Burnell Taylor
57. “Always hold your head up, but be careful to keep your nose at a friendly level.” – Max L. Forman
58. “People like us we gotta stick together Keep your head up nothing lasts forever.” – Kelly Clarkson
59. “I think my mind blown, I barely feel my feet. I’mma hold my head high even in defeat.” – Rick Ross
60. “I’ve been able to do things that allow me to hold my head up and still be popular.” – Sam Waterston
61. “So chin up chum. You’re a beautiful, beautiful human being, and the world is your sunshine.” – Sam Voutas
62. “Anyway, chin up, love.. there’s nothing ever quite so bad but thinking makes it worse.” – Terence Rattigan
63. “And I know this world is so cold and deceiving, but I keep my head up like my nose is bleeding.” – Lil Wayne
64. “Continuous effort – not strength or intelligence – is the key to unlocking our potential.” – Winston Churchill
65. “I had to hold my head up high and put a bold face on things, but the thoughts keep coming anyways.” – Anne Frank
66. “Lift your head up high, and scream to the world. I know I am someone and let the truth unfurl.” – Michael Jackson
67. “Pride is holding your head up when everyone around you has bowed. Courage is what makes you do it.” – Bryce Courtenay
68. “Keep your head up, even if sometimes all you would want to do is hide away. Remember that it always gets easier.” – Unknown
69. “Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” – Thomas A. Edison
70. “When life knocks you down, roll over and look at the stars. Remember that you are a part of this universe, and you have a right to be here.” – Unknown
71. “Different is good. When someone tells you that you are different, smile and hold your head up and be proud.” – Angelina Jolie
72. “Edison failed 10,000 times before he made the electric light. Do not be discouraged if you fail a few times.” – Napoleon Hill
73. “Never let anyone tell you who you are, hold your head up high, look them in the eyes and TELL them who you are.” – Sonya Parker
74. “We ain’t meant to survive, cause it’s a setup, And even though you’re fed up, Huh, ya got to keep your head up.” – Tupac Shakur
75. “Never think about something wrong you did in the past, always look forward with your head up high; have no regrets.” – Jared Leto
76. “We are all here for some special reason. Stop being a prisoner of your past. Become the architect of your future.” – Robin Sharma
77. “You only live once, life is really short.. don’t let anything minuscule like that keep you down. Keep your head up.” – Mitch Lucker
78. “Stand tall, stand proud. Know that you are unique and magnificent. You do not need the approval of others.” – Jonathan Lockwood Huie
79. “If things don’t work out the way you want, hold your head up high and be proud. And try again. And again. And again!” – Sarah Dessen
80. “If we let our head drop, our heart drops with it. Keep your head up, and your body is capable of amazing feats.” – Chrissie Wellington
81. “Hold your head high, stick your chest out. You can make it. It gets dark sometimes, but morning comes. Keep hope alive.” – Jesse Jackson
82. “It takes someone strong to leave with their head held high. It takes someone stronger to stay with their head held higher.” – Isabella Poretsis
83. “Always keep your mind strong with positive thoughts and your head up with full confidence, because you truly have greatness in you.” – Edmond Mbiaka
84. “Put your shoulders back, hold your head up high knowing that the same power that raised Christ from the dead lives on the inside of you.” – Joel Osteen
85. “As the world falls, I will keep my head up high because I know at the end of the time, I fall with my heart sorrowing into the sky.” – Christina Dessert
86. “He who is silent and bows his head dies every time he does so. He who speaks aloud and walks with his head held high dies only once.” – Giovanni Falcone
87. “Man was made to lead with his chin; he is worth knowing only with his guard down, his head up and his heart rampant on his sleeve.” – Robert Farrar Capon
88. “I was haunted by trainers going “Up, up, up, get up.” You find yourself picking your head up and then realizing they aren’t talking to me.” – Jeff Daniels
89. “To everyone battling a difficulty or under attack right now, smile, keep your head up, keep moving and stay positive, you’ll get through it.” – Germany Kent
90. “I think, head up and shoulders back. Not only does it make you look taller and thinner but it gives you confidence and boosts your self-esteem.” – Shelley Long
91. “You keep your head down and you work and work, and all of a sudden you pick your head up and people are receiving it the same way we’re sending it” – Jeffrey Tambor
92. “So keep your head high, keep your chin up, and most importantly, keep smiling, because life’s a beautiful thing and there’s so much to smile about.” – Marilyn Monroe
93. “Someone once asked me how I hold my head up so high after all I’ve been through. I said it’s because no matter what, I am a survivor. Not a victim.” – Patricia Buckley
94. “Encourage yourself, speak to yourself, and lift yourself right on up. Encourage yourself that change its here. Encourage yourself to continue to pursue.” – Delene Williams
95. “Never let your head hang down. Never give up and sit down and grieve. Find another way. And don’t pray when it rains if you don’t pray when the sun shines.” – Satchel Paige
96. “Keep your head up because one day one person will fight like hell for you, the same as you would for them, and it will be a deep love. So, keep your head up.” – Carlos Salinas
97. “Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger
98. “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.
99. “It is better to have your head in the clouds, and know where you are… than to breathe the clearer atmosphere below them, and think that you are in paradise.” – Henry David Thoreau
100. “Forgive but don’t forget, girl, keep your head up. And when he tells you you ain’t nothing, don’t believe him. And if he can’t learn to love you, you should leave him.” – Tupac Shakur
101. “If you’ve got a good idea and you’re willing to do whatever it takes to pursue it, keep your head up and eyes open because you don’t know when opportunity will come knocking.” – Paula Deen
102. “Encourage one another and you must keep that same encouragement yourself first, to encourage others, second keep your head up and count all joy in the worst of times.” – Robert L. Caldwell
103. “Sit tall in the saddle and hold your head up high. Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky, and live like you ain’t afraid to die. Don’t be scared…just enjoy the ride.” – Chris LeDoux
104. “Don’t wait on approval, validation, and likes from others-always give yourself the highest of approval ratings and work from there. Hold your head up and be fabulous no matter what!” – Jody Watley
105. “You’ve got to have some adversity and learn from it. I’m working hard, but I didn’t expect a cure in one day. You learn. You move on. You hold your head up. You go on to the next day.” – Chuck Knoblauch
106. “Abundance is a direct reflection of your preparation to live abundantly. People who are ready for abundance keep their heads up, their eyes open and give thanks for everything they get.” – Iyanla Vanzant
107. “Don’t let haters get me off my grind. With my head up, I know I’ll be fine. Keep fighting until I get there. When I’m down and I feel like giving up, I think again. I whip my hair back and forth.” – Willow Smith
108. “I know it seems hard sometimes, but remember one thing. Through every dark night, there’s a bright day after that. So no matter how hard it gets, stick your chest out, keep ya head up and handle it.” – Tupac Shakur
109. “Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe.” – Gail Devers
110. “I continue to hope and believe that the best stories and photographs are yet to occur. My quest for them will certainly require that I keep my head up and my eyes and heart open as I walk down the street.” – Peter Turnley
111. “I’m not a conscious rapper, all those things we talk about, the struggle, the pain, the outlook to the future, keep your head up. I try to put all those positive things into a regular human character, which is myself.” – J. Cole
112. “God knows your value; He sees your potential. You may not understand everything you are going through right now. But hold your head up high, knowing that God is in control and he has a great plan and purpose for your life.” – Joel Osteen
113. “If you want to be successful, stay humble. When you look around, people tend to bring out the best in themselves when they’re surrounded by people who can talk them up and keep their head up. That’s why it pays to stay humble.” – Will Smith
114. “I think that I’m a musician and an artist before anything else, so when I go out and do shows and stuff, I want people to take away the fact that they can keep their head up and stay strong.” – T-Pain
115. “If you look at life one way, there is always cause for alarm. But if you look at it another way, there is always something to be thankful for. So keep your head up and stay positive.” – Unknown
116. “Be strong enough to stand alone, smart enough to know when you need help, and brave enough to ask for it. Don’t give up on yourself; no matter how hard it gets, keep your head up and stay determined.” – Unknown
117. “No matter how far you have gone on a wrong road, turn back. Don’t worry about the past, it cannot be changed. Learn from the mistakes of your past and look forward to the future with hope and determination in your heart. Keep your head up and be confident.” – Unknown
118. “If you want to be successful, it’s just this simple. Know what you are doing. Love what you are doing. And believe in what you are doing. Put your heart and soul into everything you do, and keep your head up high. Success will follow you!” – Unknown
119. “The key to success is not to give up. Even when life throws you curve balls, stay focused and keep your head up. Believe in yourself and know that you can achieve whatever it is that you desire.” – Unknown
120. “If you feel like you’re going through a hard time, just remember to keep your head up. Don’t let the negativity of other people keep you down. Believe in yourself and stay positive. You can get through anything if you have faith and courage.” – Unknown
121. “The most important thing to remember when life gets tough is that you must never give up. Keep your head up and stay strong. You will get through it, just take things one step at a time. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do something; the only person who can stop you is yourself.” – Unknown
122. “There will be times when life is tough. You just have to keep your head up, look forward and believe that things will get better. Never give in, never give up and never stop believing in yourself. No matter how hard it may seem, you can overcome anything if you stay focused and determined.” – Unknown
123. “The only way you will ever move forward in life is to keep your head up and never give up. Don’t let anyone or anything stand in the way of your dreams. Believe in yourself and stay positive, no matter how hard it may seem at times. Have faith in yourself and soon enough you will see success.” – Unknown
124. “Every day is a new opportunity to make something great happen. No matter what you’re going through, keep your head up and stay positive. Believe in yourself and soon enough you will reach your goals.” – Unknown
125. “No matter how hard things may seem, never give up. Keep your head up and focus on the positive. Believe in yourself and know that you can make it through anything.” – Unknown
126. “Life is not always easy, but if you keep your head up and stay strong, anything is possible. Never give up on yourself or your dreams; the only way to succeed is to have faith and be persistent.” – Unknown
127. “When life brings you down, don’t give up. Keep your head up and stay positive. Believe in yourself and know that anything is possible if you work hard and never give up.” – Unknown
128. “No matter how tough things get, don’t ever let go of hope. Have faith and keep your head up; you can make it through anything if you stay focused and determined.” – Unknown
129. “Never give up on your dreams. Have faith, stay positive and keep your head up. Believe in yourself, stay strong and soon enough you will reach your goals. Don’t let anyone bring you down; you are in control of your own destiny.” – Unknown
130. “Don’t be afraid to take risks, and never give up on yourself. Keep your head up, stay positive and you will reach success. Believe in yourself and don’t let anything stand in the way of your dreams.” – Unknown
131. “It’s hard to stay motivated when life gets tough, but if you keep your head up and stay focused, things will get better. Believe in yourself and never give up; success is within reach if you put your heart and soul into it.” – Unknown
132. “Remember to stay positive no matter what life throws at you. Have faith and keep your head up high; eventually everything will turn out okay. Believe in yourself and know that you can do anything you set your mind to.” – Unknown
133. “If you stay focused and never give up, nothing can stand in the way of your success. Keep your head up and don’t let anyone or anything bring you down. Believe in yourself and soon enough you will reach your goals.” – Unknown
134. “You have been assigned this mountain to show others it can be moved.” – Unknown
135. “It’s not whether you get knocked down; it’s whether you get up.” – Vince Lombardi
136. “You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it.” – Margaret Thatcher
137. “The only way out of the labyrinth of suffering is to forgive.” – John Green
138. “Success is the ability to go from one failure to another with no loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill
139. “It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” – Confucius
140. “Life is like riding a bicycle; to keep your balance, you must keep moving.” – Albert Einstein
141. “If you are going through hell, keep going.” – Winston Churchill
142. “When the world says, ‘Give up’, hope whispers, ‘Try it one more time.’” – Unknown
143. “The most important thing is to enjoy your life—to be happy—it’s all that matters.” – Audrey Hepburn
144. “Fall seven times, stand up eight.” – Japanese Proverb
145. “Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.” – Winston Churchill
146. “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis
147. “The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle.” – Steve Jobs
148. “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
149. “Make your life a masterpiece; imagine no limitations on what you can be, have or do.” – Brian Tracy
150. “Even if you fall on your face, you’re still moving forward.” – Victor Kiam
151. “Keep your face always toward the sunshine—and shadows will fall behind you.” – Walt Whitman
152. “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” – Abraham Lincoln

Final Thoughts

When it comes to staying positive, a few motivational words can go a long way. Here are 150 keep your head up quotes to help inspire and motivate you in tough times: keep believing in yourself, have faith and never give up. Stay focused on your goals and remember that nothing can stand in the way of success if you put your heart and soul into it. It may be difficult sometimes, but don’t forget to enjoy the journey along the way!

Good luck!