In a world where people feel entitled, and scream about their rights at every little avenue they get, inadvertently act as if the world revolves around them. It’s important to change perspective. We must look outside ourselves and understand that it’s not always about us.
I’m sure you walk into work every day and there is always that one person who thinks they are more valuable than everyone else. They make sure you are aware of this simple fact.
Self-absorption and self-conceitedness are not good traits for anyone. Thus, you can use this collection of everything is not always about you quotes to pass the message across to that person who likes to act like the world revolves around them.
Everything Is Not Always About You Quotes
It’s easy to take responsibility for everything that goes wrong in your life, but it’s important to understand that not everything is about you or what you’re doing. You can’t always be the centre of attention nor do you have to be in the spotlight.
1. Sorry, but everything is not always about you. Sometimes it’s about others. Sometimes it’s about someone else’s needs.
2. Don’t let the voices in your head make everything about you.
3. Remember that everything is not always about you. Don’t get so caught up in your self-worth and value that you can’t see others have it too.
4. If you want to be a kind and compassionate person, there are times when it’s important to step back and let others express themselves. Everything is not always about you.
5. It’s okay to not always be on top of things; everyone goes through one problem, and being kind to others makes the world a better place.
6. The best thing you can do in life is to be kind and compassionate. Sometimes the situation seems bad, but it’s not all about you.
7. Be kind to others, because everyone goes through their problems, and remember: you are not your problems.
8. Know that sometimes, everything will not always be about you. Even when you pass through hard times, the best way to stay strong will be to remain compassionately understanding to those around you.
9. Always remember that every problem has two sides; one is the problem, and the other is your attitude towards that problem. In solving your problems, don’t forget that there are more people in this world than just you
10. Life can be a struggle, but in dealing with it, you learn to realise that everything is not always about you. Don’t let your problems define you: This is not about you. It’s about your behaviour towards them.
11. You don’t have to be the centre of attention all the time. You can be happy for other people and celebrate their accomplishments too.
12. There are more important things in life than your problems, everything is not always about you. Find the good and let go of the bad; stop dwelling on the things that won’t move you forward.
13. When it seems people are undeserving of your goodness, you must show them that you know what humanity is all about.
14. When you’re having a bad day, and someone else is having a worse one, don’t make it about you; everything is not always about you, so you must be considerate.
15. Life is full of problems and challenges, but you can’t let one thing weigh you down. You have to find a way to deal with them without being in the centre, everything is not always about you.
16. As humans, telling the truth without hurting or shaming someone is one of our greatest gifts. Everything is not always about you; it’s about us.
17. Life is about more than just you; it’s about the people. You don’t need to be the centre of attention all the time. Give yourself some rest and let others shine.
18. Everything is not always about you and your success. Be there for others when they want to shine.
19. The world is a society where we focus on ourselves, but sometimes, it’s good to remember that we are not the centre of the universe. You must learn and accept that everything is not always about you!
20. The world is full of suffering, and we all must learn to live with it. Truly, it’s human nature, even for the strong, to be selfish, but everything will not always be about you.
21. Everything is not always about you, and the best way to cope with someone’s mean behaviour is to be tolerant towards them, even during challenging times.
22. Some people in life depend on you for their joy and happiness. If you learn that everything is not always about you, you will make their happiness complete.
23. When you’re not getting the love you want, do not blame others for it, everything is not always about you. The world is a selfish place, and you can’t be more selfish; you have to love and lead people to love too.
24. This world is a joint effort, no matter how much you think you deserve. Humanity needs to grow; we can’t do that if we always look out for ourselves. It’s about time you learned to put others before yourself, everything is not always about you.
25. We all go through the same, but we must never forget that each person has his or her own story, trip and experiences. The best way of dealing with it is to be kind, everything is not always about you.
26. Life is too short to make it about yourself alone; you’re just a little piece of the bigger picture, and everything is not always about you.
27. Sometimes, we must pause to take care of others because no one else will take care of them, everything is not always about us.
28. Just because you’re going through a problem doesn’t mean the world revolves around you. When life throws you a problem, be kind, and when someone is in need, help them.
29. Everything is not always about you; you were born to feel, and communicating is the only way to be heard. So, learn to be considerate of others too.
30. Everyone has their own story, and sometimes things don’t go our way, but the best thing to do when this happens is to be selfless.
31. You can’t keep other people down because they’ll keep pushing back. So you might as well be strong for those who need you and tell them that you realise that everything is not always about you.
32. You don’t need to go through life with one problem. Life has the answers for you, if only you want to find them.
33. The truth is that everything isn’t always about you. Life is about balancing priorities and doing what’s right for people around you.
34. Everything isn’t always about you. Nurture your tender heart, and always remember that there’s more to life than just you.
35. Everyone has a problem, but you don’t see them. That’s because these people focus on the problem that bothers them, while your focus is on yourself. Well, everything is not always about you so suck it up.
36. Give someone a chance to experience something new. They’ll never forget it, and you might realise that everything is not always about you.
37. It’s important to focus on others and not dwell on your problems because everyone has something to go through in their lives.
38. When you get older and experience more things, you’ll realise that everything is not always about you. You see through people’s eyes, and they see through yours.
39. All the things you’ve heard about life, all the things you’ve read, it’s time to let go and live. Life is not always about you.
40. This world is a place of beauty, and it needs you. Though everything is not always about you, you were born to be a part of it, and you must be willing to give.
41. Remember that every person is struggling with something, and you’re not responsible for what others do or don’t do. You can help them by helping yourself first.
42. You are not alone; every one has gone through this phase in life. The best part is to be kind and remember that you are great!
43. If you’re like everyone else, you know that the world is not always fair. However, to be happy in life, make sure you are kind because many other people need your help.
44. On the run, you get to be kind and compassionate because everything isn’t always about you, and people need your love and support.
45. It may be hard to accept that everything is not always about you, but if you want to appreciate the essence of humanity, you must learn it, accept it and live it.
46. No one is perfect, and everyone has their share of problems, but in life, there are some things you should never forget — to be thoughtful and good to others because everyone needs that sometimes.
47. Everyone goes through some difficult time in their lives. Don’t overthink it. Know that everything is not always about you, and you are allowed to share in others’ pains.
48. We all have our share of ugly situations, and realising that everything isn’t always about you can help you stay afloat.
49. It’s not always easy to show up for others, even if it makes you less appreciated, but there’s a point in our lives when we have to look past the fear of being judged or undervalued and see that everything is not always about us.
50. Remember that when you’re down, it’s not because you’re bad. It’s because everything is not always about you. The world needs to see your beauty, and so do you.
51. The most important lesson you can learn from your life’s journey is always showing up for others no matter how bad it gets.
52. Everything is not always about you; life’s too short to dwell on your problems. There is always a purpose you will find in helping others.
53. Sometimes, the people you choose to ignore are more important than your focus on yourself, everything is not always about you.
54. You’ve got to stop focusing on your self-growth alone and start thinking about how you can help others. You’re a beautiful part of something much bigger than yourself.
55. Everyone has a story to tell, and you may want to be selfish, but humanity sometimes forgets yourself and checks after the other person.
56. Remember, everything is not always about you. You can make a difference, but it may not happen without others.
It’s Not Always About You Quotes
In a world with so many distractions, it’s easy to get caught up in thinking that you always need to be the centre of attention. However, you’ll be surprised how differently people view you and how much more successful you can be when you accept that it’s not always about you.
57. In the company of others, you can pour your heart and free your burdens. Maybe it’s not always about you, but there is always room for you.
58. Life is lived by sharing and caring for others. So, it’s not always about you; you must think about others.
59. We all have dreams of being someone, but we must see through the same light; that others may live our dreams and we can’t hate them.
60. Knowing that it’s not always about you, you must live like the sun; let your light shine and let the goodness of your rays pour on everyone.
61. We weren’t born for ourselves alone, so we have to care for others too.
62. You can’t live by others’ rules, so learn to be considerate of others too. It is not always about you or your desires.
63. You are not the only one who has problems to solve; other people in the world have problems too, and it’s not always about you.
64. It’s hard to remember others when you wrap up yourself in your own life, but it’s important to keep this in mind; it’s not always about you.
65. You can’t be the only one tired of struggling. It would be best if you shared in people’s struggles as you share yours with them because it is not always about you.
66. There is a lesson many of us must learn throughout our lives; it is not always about us. It’s one that we need to keep learning until we finally get it.
67. The world is full of people with struggles and triumphs, so don’t get caught up in yourself, forgetting that it’s not always about you.
68. It’s not true that your problems are unique and yours alone; it’s not always about you. The more you stop thinking about yourself, the more you’d get people to solve yours.
69. Everyone has their problems to deal with, their struggles to overcome, and their own goals to achieve. Even if others cannot relate, remember it’s not always about you.
70. There is no way for any person to know what you are going through at all times, and if they did, they wouldn’t necessarily be able to understand or relate anyway—because people are different!
71. Don’t let yourself believe in stereotypes about anyone else just because they might seem like an easy target for criticism. It’s not always about you, so you must stop talking everyone off.
72. Sometimes, it’s not always about you. Sometimes, it’s not even about your problems—it’s about the world and how it affects everyone.
73. Recognise when people who love you surround you. Even when you get caught up in what’s going on in your own life, appreciate them and never forget that it’s not always about you. These people matter too.
74. Everyone has struggles, even if they don’t talk about them. So, before you start feeling sorry for yourself or believing that no one understands what it’s like to be you, remember: it’s not always about you!
75. I know it’s easy to feel like the world revolves around you and your problems, but the reality is that there are other people out there who have problems to solve too.
76. Sometimes, it’s difficult to believe, but you have to remind yourself daily that it’s true. The world does not revolve around you alone—it’s bigger than that.
77. Oftentimes, other people are dealing with awful stuff that has nothing to do with you. That doesn’t mean that somehow the problem is your fault—it just means that sometimes, people have problems that are bigger than what you can see from where you’re standing.
78. Don’t take it personally when someone seems angry or upset with you. It doesn’t mean that they don’t love you or care about you—it just means that these people are dealing with difficult things right now and need space to figure it out without worrying about yours.
79. Remember that everyone has a tough time—even if they don’t show it. Don’t take everything personally; everything is not always about you.
80. Sometimes you have to realise that people are going through hard things and don’t always have the energy to be kind to others.
81. It’s easy to think that everything revolves around you and your problems, but that’s not true. There are other people with problems too, and you may have to share their pains too.
82. We all have problems, and we all have days when we feel like we can’t get through them, but if we all focus on each other and try to help each other through our struggles instead of focusing on ourselves, we’d all be able to help each other out more often.
83. There are days you’d get so wrapped up in your problems that you forget that other people have their thoughts and feelings. On such days, think more of others, and be kind to the person next to you.
84. You may feel like the world is out to get you when you’re just focusing on the negative things happening to you; It’s not always about you—it’s usually not even close to being all about you.
85. When you’re feeling frustrated, alone, or like life is unfair, remember: it’s not always about you, and some people have had it harder than you.
86. When things feel hard for you, keep going! Keep fighting for yourself and others worldwide who need help too!
87. Sometimes, we get caught up in our problems and forget that other people have them too, but we need to know that it’s not always about us.
88. We shouldn’t be so hard on ourselves because everyone has their struggles. We should be kinder to one another and more understanding of the situations we all find ourselves in.
89. It’s absolutely fine to want to be the centre of attention, but sometimes it’s impossible. Sometimes other people in your life need your attention and deserve it more than you do.
90. If you are honest with yourself, you’d see that it’s not always about you. Sometimes, other people have problems that are probably bigger than yours too.
91. Remembering that it’s not always about you can help you feel less alone and isolated, making it easier for you to get through whatever it is you’re going through.
92. Everybody has problems and doesn’t need you to add to them. The world doesn’t revolve around you; it’s not always about you. So stop trying so hard to be in everyone else’s lives if you’re only self-centred.
93. Your problems may differ from someone else’s, but that doesn’t mean they are less important or valid. It’s easy to think that everything is always about you, but it isn’t.
94. Some people have it worse than you and still smile despite their challenges. Be at your best when you’re with others: It’s not always about you!
95. Life is simple, and the key to living it is putting yourself in someone else’s shoes for a minute when you’re struggling with something. You’d see that it’s not always about you.
96. It’s okay to be selfish sometimes, but don’t forget that other people have feelings too—and they deserve some consideration too!
97. If you ever feel down, remember it’s not always about you; look for someone who needs to be happy, and you’ll find your happiness too.
98. It would be nice if the world revolved around you, but it doesn’t, and you can’t expect the world to cater to your every whim because it won’t. So, be considerate, kind and feed others with compassion.
99. It can sometimes be hard to remember that everyone has struggles, and nobody is perfect. You may be going through a hard time in your life, but that doesn’t mean other people aren’t dealing with their problems.
100. We all have our problems to solve, and it’s not fair to expect everyone else to be responsible for solving yours, too. It’s not always about you.
101. It’s not always about you; accepting this will help you be more kind and compassionate to others. It will help you realise that they’re only trying their best to get through the day without worrying about your problems.
102. The world is too big to fit inside one person’s head and heart, so don’t make the mistake of thinking that it is always about you: Other people are people too.
103. If someone is trying to hurt your feelings on purpose, making you feel bad about yourself, try taking a step back from the situation before reacting. That way, you show the world that you care and know it’s not always about you.
104. If you’re having a bad day, don’t take it out on everyone else just because they aren’t giving you what you want; it’s not always about you. Your attitude towards others matters a lot.
105. The joy of your existence will only come when you admit that it’s not always about you and that you must reach people and be their comfort, even in your storms.
106. It’s not always about you. People aren’t always thinking about what you think, and things aren’t always happening as you think they should. Embrace the beauty in this imperfect world, and realise that you are not alone.
107. Show up for others, even when you’re facing your ugly situations. It’s not always about you; you must be willing to show up for others regardless of your circumstances.
108. You are not here to make yourself happy; it’s not always about you. You are here to help others find happiness as well.
The main message from these everything is not always about you quotes is that your life will be a lot better if you can learn to put yourself second—at least sometimes. Sure, it’s hard to do, but even the most self-obsessed have to admit that less stress and more compassion are two very good things.
Of course, it’s easy to get wrapped up in yourself and your life, but the sooner you accept that everything is not always about you, the happier and more well-rounded a person you will be.
