I don't know about you, but I'm a sucker for a great quote.  It seems that I'm not the only one -take a look at Twitter and you'll see a huge number of handles relating to quotes.  Do a quick search on Google and you'll find endless "Top Quotes" lists. Go to the Forbes home page and you'll be greeted by the "Quote of the Day."

Why Do We Love Quotes So Much?

Quite simply, they inspire us.  In a Harvard Business review article, "Why Inspiration Matters," author Scott Barry Kaufman explains: "In a culture obsessed with measuring talent and ability, we often overlook the important role of inspiration."

Inspiration isn't all squishy stuff -it can drive very real results.  Kaufman's article details studies that prove that inspiration facilitates progress toward goals, promotes creativity, and even increases well-being.

That works for me!  For much of my life, I have turned to quotes when I need inspiration, or a mantra, or to steel myself in challenging situations.  Here are some of my personal favourites and some insight into how they've served me.

1. "It is better to beg forgiveness, than ask permission."