In a world that’s always changing, where new challenges pop up every day, it’s nice to remember that some things stay the same. The sun rises every morning, the stars light up the night sky, and what we go through as people—our happiness, sadness, struggles, and victories—doesn’t really change over time.
To celebrate these unchanging parts of life, we’ve put together a list of 35 quotes that remind us about the things in life that last forever. Whether you’re looking for comfort during tough times, motivation for what’s ahead, or just a moment to think, these quotes shine a light on what stays the same.
1. “Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” – John F. Kennedy
2. “There are things that we don’t want to happen but have to accept, things we don’t want to know but have to learn, and people we can’t live without but have to let go.” – Anonymous
3. “Some things never change, like the memory of those we’ve lost and the love they left behind.” – Anonymous
4. “In a sea of change, the constellations have been a comfort: something to look up to, to navigate by, to mark the seasons.” – Maria Popova
5. “In life, many things will change, but some things will always remain the same: the joy of friendship, the warmth of love, and the comfort of family.” – Anonymous
6. “Nature is a mutable cloud which is always and never the same.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
7. “There are two things that don’t have to mean anything; one is music, and the other is laughter.” – Immanuel Kant
8. “Love is a fabric that never fades, no matter how often it’s washed in the water of adversity and grief.” – Robert Fulghum
9. “Some things like the ocean, the moon, and the essence of our heart never change; they just go through phases.” – Anonymous
10. “The world as we have created it is a process of our thinking. It cannot be changed without changing our thinking.” – Albert Einstein
11. “People change and forget to tell each other.” – Lillian Hellman
12. “The only thing that never changes is that everything changes.” – Louis L’Amour
13. “Constancy is the foundation of virtues.” – Francis Bacon
14. “True love is a durable fire, in the mind ever burning, never sick, never old, never dead, from itself never turning.” – Sir Walter Raleigh
15. “The core of man’s spirit comes from new experiences.” – Jon Krakauer, Into the Wild
16. “There are certain things that are fundamental to human fulfillment. The essence of these needs is captured in the phrase, ‘to live, to love, to learn, to leave a legacy.'” – Stephen Covey
17. “Despite all our advancements, the human heart remains a constant throughout the ages.” – Anonymous
18. “Some things never change, and the quest for meaning is one of them.” – Jean Vanier
19. “The beauty of the natural world lies in the details.” – Natalie Angier
20. “We return to the old places where we once loved, only to find that while the settings remain, the players have all changed.” – Anonymous
21. “The stars are constant in the ever-changing night sky, guiding us through the darkness.” – Anonymous
22. “While everything around us is moving, the need to feel loved remains unchanged.” – Anonymous
23. “Some truths remain constant; it is our understanding that grows and shifts.” – Anonymous
24. “The rivers flow, not past, but through us, thrilling, tingling, vibrating every fiber and cell of the substance of our bodies, making them glide and sing.” – John Muir
25. “The fundamental things apply, as time goes by.” – Herman Hupfeld
26. “In every changing moment, we remain the sum of our choices.” – Anonymous
27. “The need for connection and understanding is timeless and universal.” – Anonymous
28. “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times if one only remembers to turn on the light.” – J.K. Rowling
29. “The strength of a family, like the strength of an army, lies in its loyalty to each other.” – Mario Puzo
30. “The most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.” – Helen Keller
31. “Despite the fast pace of the world, the sunrise and sunset remain tranquil reminders of life’s enduring rhythms.” – Anonymous
32. “In the midst of change, we find our true direction.” – Anonymous
33. “The essence of nature is a constant cycle of life, death, and rebirth.” – Anonymous
34. “Amidst the flux of life, the love we give and receive is the only true constant.” – Anonymous
35. “No matter how much the world changes, the value of kindness and empathy remains unchanged.” – Anonymous
Final Note
These quotes offer a mix of perspectives on the idea that while many things in life and the world change, there are some aspects, feelings, and truths that remain constant.