Bob Marley was a Jamaican artist and a globally recognized icon for his unbelievable music. He is one of the best-selling artists of all time with his records selling more than 75 million worldwide. Bob Marley was a powerful spiritual figure, such was his influence his recognisable portrait can still be found in all corners of the globe. Unfortunately, Bob passed away at just 36 but his positive message lives on and is still very popular in today’s culture.

7 Bob Marley Quotes That Will Bring Meaning To Your Life

“The greatness of a man is now in how much wealth he acquires but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively.” — Bob Marley

Money and wealth are pointless if you just accumulate wealth without sharing and giving back to others. If you make it big financially it is your responsibility to positively affect as many lives as you can.

“Love the life you live. Live the life you love.”— Bob Marley

Life is fragile, you never know what can happen in the future. Choose to live a life that you love. Choose one that you can look back on and have no regrets.

Go all out, you only get one shot at this thing called life. Don’t put things off until tomorrow if you can do them today. Take the adventures, talk to strangers, and bet on yourself.

“Money is numbers and numbers never end. If it takes money to be happy, your search for happiness will never end.” — Bob Marley

Money can be very helpful and take a ton of stress away but at a point money won’t bring more happiness. This is why so many lottery winners lose their fortunes almost overnight. Money is a tool, not  a guarantee of success.

“You never know how strong you are, until being strong is your only choice.” — Bob Marley Quotes

You are stronger than you realize, don’t forget it. Often times you won’t know how truly strong and remarkable you are until the moment calls for it. Remind yourself of your strength every day with positive affirmations such as “I am confident” or “I am unstoppable.”

“The people who were trying to make this world worse are not taking the day off. Why should I?” — Bob Marley

The world is filled with good and bad people of course, but choose to be positive no matter how you are feeling. One smile or conversation with a stranger can change their life forever.

“You not supposed to feel down over whatever happens to you. I mean, you’re supposed to use whatever happened to you as some type of upper, not a downer.” — Bob Marley

The next time something bad happens don’t dwell on it, that never helps. Instead, use it as motivation to move forward and press on. You have the ability to do more than you could ever begin to imagine. Don’t waste your time dwelling, it only ruins your future potential.

When one door is closed, many more open.” — Bob Marley Quotes

It’s easy to feel disappointed if you lose a job, relationship or take a step backward in life. Often times though it is for the better if you choose to view the event as an opportunity. Choose to move forward and find good in your situation.

Use these Bob Marley quotes to help you appreciate and enjoy your life to the fullest.