Inspirational Happy Holidays Quotes: A Heartwarming Collection to Brighten Your Season

"It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving."

- Mother Teresa

"Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly merry Christmas."

- Peg Bracken

"The true Christmas spirit is putting others’ happiness before our own, and finding you’ve never known such happiness."

- Toni Sorenson

"Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough."

- Oprah Winfrey

"My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very simple: loving others. Come to think of it, why do we have to wait for Christmas to do that?"

- Bob Hope

"Christmas isn’t just a day. It’s a frame of mind."

- Kris Kringle (Miracle on 34th Street)

"The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear."

- Buddy the Elf

"Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home."

- Edith Sitwell

"May your walls know joy, may every room hold laughter, and every window open to great possibility."

- Mary Anne Radmacher

"Christmas gift suggestions: to your enemy, forgiveness. To an opponent, tolerance. To a friend, your heart. To a customer, service. To all, charity. To every child, a good example. To yourself, respect."

- Oren Arnold

"Our hearts grow tender with childhood memories and love of kindred, and we are better throughout the year for having, in spirit, become a child again at Christmas time."

- Laura Ingalls Wilder

"I am grateful for what I am and have. My thanksgiving is perpetual."

- Henry David Thoreau

"Be present in all things and thankful for all things."

- Maya Angelou

"Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one."

- Brad Paisley

"Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right."

- Oprah Winfrey

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."

- Eleanor Roosevelt

"Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love."

- Hamilton Wright Mabie

"Let us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom."

- Marcel Proust

"I like to compare the holiday season with the way a child listens to a favorite story. The pleasure is in the familiar way the story begins, the anticipation of familiar turns it takes, the familiar moments of suspense, and the familiar climax and ending."

- Fred Rogers

"Gratitude is the inward feeling of kindness received. Thankfulness is the natural impulse to express that feeling. Thanksgiving is the following of that impulse."

- Henry van Dyke

"Thankfulness creates gratitude which generates contentment that causes peace."

- Todd Stocker

"Not what we say about our blessings, but how we use them, is the true measure of our thanksgiving."

- W.T. Purkiser

"If you are really thankful, what do you do? You share."

- W. Clement Stone

"Holidays–any holiday–are such a great opportunity to focus on bringing the family together."

- Lidia Bastianich

"The joy of brightening other lives, bearing each others’ burdens, easing others’ loads and supplanting empty hearts and lives with generous gifts becomes for us the magic of the holidays."

- W. C. Jones

"It’s a funny thing about life, once you begin to take note of the things you are grateful for, you begin to lose sight of the things that you lack."

- Germany Kent

"Kindness is like snow. It beautifies everything it covers."

- Kahlil Gibran

""There are better things ahead than any we leave behind.""

- C.S. Lewis

""The Joy of brightening other lives, bearing each others’ burdens, easing each other’s loads and supplanting empty hearts and lives with generous gifts becomes for us the magic of the holidays.""

- W. C. Jones

""May your walls know joy, may every room hold laughter, and every window open to great possibility.""

- Mary Anne Radmacher

""Love the giver more than the gift.""

- Brigham Young

""Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.""

- Hamilton Wright Mabie

""Christmas is a piece of one’s home that one carries in one’s heart.""

- Freya Stark

"At Christmas, all roads lead home."

- Marjorie Holmes

""Christmas will always be as long as we stand heart to heart and hand in hand.""

- Dr. Seuss

""Christmas is forever, not for just one day. For loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away.""

- Norman Wesley Brooks

"Peace on earth will come to stay, when we live Christmas every day."

- Helen Steiner Rice

"What is Christmas? It is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, hope for the future."

- Agnes M. Pahro

""Gifts of time and love are surely the basic ingredients of a truly merry Christmas.""

- Peg Bracken

"Christmas is forever, not for just one day. For loving, sharing, giving, are not to put away."

- Norman Wesley Brooks

""Remember this December, that love weighs more than gold.""

- Josephine Daskam Bacon

""Peace on earth will come to stay, when we live Christmas every day.""

- Helen Steiner Rice

"Christmas is not as much about opening our presents as opening our hearts."

- J.L.W. Brooks

"Christmas will always be as long as we stand heart to heart and hand in hand."

- Dr. Seuss

"“And now we welcome the new year. Full of things that have never been.”"

- Rainer Maria Rilke

""The darkness of the whole world cannot swallow the glowing of a candle.""

- Robert Atlinger

""Look at how a single candle can both defy and define the darkness.""

- Anne Frank

""You can give without loving, but you can never love without giving.""

- Robert Louis Stevenson

""The joy of brightening other lives becomes for us the magic of the holidays.""

- W. C. Jones

""Character is the ability to carry out a good resolution long after the excitement of the moment has passed.""

- Cavett Robert

""Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone.”"

- Charles M. Schultz

""Our hearts grow tender with childhood memories and love of kindred, and we are better throughout the year for having, in spirit, become a child again at Christmastime.""

- Laura Ingalls Wilder

""Year's end is neither an end nor a beginning but a going on, with all the wisdom that experience can instill in us.""

- Hal Borland

""The mood is right, the spirit's up. We're here tonight, and that's enough. Simply having a wonderful Christmas time.""

- Paul McCartney, " _Wonderful Christmas Time_"

""An optimist stays up until midnight to see the new year in. A pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves.""

- Bill Vaughan

""For last year's words belong to last year's language, and next year's words await another voice.""

- T.S. Eliot

""Celebrate endings—for they precede new beginnings.""

- Jonathan Huie

""Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one.""

- Brad Paisley

""Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to come, whispering, 'It will be happier…'""

- Alfred, Lord Tennyson

"From home to home, and heart to heart, from one place to another. The warmth and joy of Christmas, brings us closer to each other."

- Emily Matthews

"Christmas is a piece of one’s home that one carries in one’s heart."

- Freya Stark

"Love the giver more than the gift."

- Brigham Young

"Christmas is like candy; it slowly melts in your mouth sweetening every taste bud, making you wish it could last forever."

- Richelle E. Goodrich

"Christmas is not a date. It is a state of mind."

- Mary Ellen Chase

"Look at how a single candle can both defy and define the darkness."

- Anne Frank

"Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine."

- Anthony J. D'Angelo

"There are far better things ahead than any we leave behind."

- C.S. Lewis

"Small cheer and great welcome makes a merry feast."

- William Shakespeare

"Sometimes the little things in life mean the most."

- Ellen Hopkins

"What I love about Thanksgiving is that it’s purely about getting together with friends or family and enjoying food. It’s really for everybody, and it doesn’t matter where you’re from."

- Daniel Humm

"Seeing isn’t believing. Believing is seeing."

- Judy the Elf (The Santa Clause)

"That’s the one good thing about regret: it’s never too late. You can always change tomorrow if you want to."

- Claire Phillips (Scrooged)

"That’s what Christmas memories are made from, they’re not planned, they’re not scheduled, nobody puts them in their Blackberry, they just happen."

- Kelly Finch

"As we struggle with shopping lists and invitations, compounded by December’s bad weather, it is good to be reminded that there are people in our lives who are worth this aggravation, and people to whom we are worth the same."

- Donald E. Westlake

"A candle is a small thing. But one candle can light another. And see how its own light increases, as a candle gives its flame to the other. You are such a light."

- Moshe Davis

"Celebrate endings—for they precede new beginnings."

- Jonathan Lockwood Huie

"Nothing in the universe can stop you from letting go and starting over."

- Guy Finley

"The darkness of the whole world cannot swallow the glowing of a candle."

- Robert Atlinger

"A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle."

- James Keller

"There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it."

- Edith Wharton

"Just as a candle cannot burn without fire, men cannot live without a spiritual life."

- Buddha

"You can get excited about the future. The past won’t mind."

- Hillary DePiano

""A holiday is an opportunity to journey within.""

- Prabhas

""The bell still rings for all who truly believe.""

- Chris van Allsburg

"Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful"

- W.T. Ellis

""Every piece of the universe, even the tiniest little snow crystal, matters somehow. I have a place in the pattern, and so do you. Thinking of you this holiday season!""

- T.A. Barron

""We light candles in testament that faith makes miracles possible.""

- Nachum Braverman

""One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas Day. Don't clean it up too quickly.""

- Andy Rooney

""Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can’t see.""

- Chris van Allsburg

"A lovely thing about Christmas is that it’s compulsory, like a thunderstorm, and we all go through it together."

- Garrison Keillor

"We light candles in testament that faith makes miracles possible."

- Nachum Braverman

"There are three stages of man: he believes in Santa Claus; he does not believe in Santa Claus; he is Santa Claus."

- Bob Phillips

""Faith is believing in things when common sense tells you not to.""

- Miracle on 34th Street

"Christmas is a time when everybody wants his past forgotten and his present remembered."

- Phyllis Diller

"Santa Claus has the right idea. Visit people only once a year."

- Victor Borge

""The smells of Christmas are the smells of childhood.""

- Richard Paul Evans

"Dear Santa, Before I explain, how much do you know already?"

- Anon

""I never eat December snowflakes. I always wait until January.""

- Lucy van Pelt

""Christmas is getting all you can get while the getting is good.""

- Sally Brown

"It’s not what’s under the Christmas tree that matters, it’s who is around it."

"The best is yet to come."

"To the [Department Name] team, it has been an absolute pleasure working with you this year. Your commitment to excellence and strong professional relationships have made a lasting impact. Wishing you all a happy holiday season filled with lots of food, laughter, and beautiful memories."

"Dear [Employee Name], your positive impact on our team has been nothing short of amazing. We wish you a peaceful holiday season filled with joy and warmth. Enjoy your time with loved ones, and thank you for being a wonderful asset to our company."

"During this season of joy, we want to express our heartfelt appreciation for your continued commitment and outstanding contributions. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a restful break."

"As the holiday season approaches, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you and your family. May this special time be filled with joy, laughter, and cherished memories."

"Happy holidays to our amazing team! Your dedication and hard work have been the backbone of our success. We hope you enjoy a well-deserved break and return refreshed for the new year."

"Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous holiday season filled with warmth and happiness. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and exceptional contributions throughout the year. Here’s to a fantastic holiday season and an even more successful year ahead!"

"May love and light fill your home and heart at Hanukkah."

"A little more fun, a little more love, a little more light every night. That’s the joy of Hanukkah."

"To our entire workforce, thank you for your tireless efforts and commitment to excellence. This holiday season, take the time to rest and rejuvenate, because the best is yet to come!"

"Wishing all of our employees happy holidays, whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Ramadan Mubarak, or simply enjoying the winter break. Your diverse perspectives make our company culture so rich and vibrant."

"Season’s greetings to our amazing team! No matter how you celebrate, we wish you an abundance of happiness and joy during this special time. Thank you for your continued dedication and for making our workplace a supportive environment for all."

"Wishing you and your loved ones a Christmas filled with joy, peace, and happiness. Thank you for your hard work and dedication throughout the year!"

"May this festive season be a time of rest, relaxation, and joy for you and your family. Thank you for all your efforts this year. Merry Christmas!"

"As we celebrate this wonderful season, I want to express my gratitude for your dedication and commitment to our team. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!"

"During this holiday season, I want to thank you for your hard work and dedication. May your Christmas be filled with love, laughter, and joy. Merry Christmas!"

"Your unwavering commitment and the outstanding work you’ve done this year have been truly inspiring. We are grateful to have you as part of our team and wish you a restful holiday season. May you come back even stronger in the new year!"

"We want to express our heartfelt appreciation for your selfless dedication and exceptional contributions this year. Your efforts have not gone unnoticed, and we hope you enjoy a wonderful holiday filled with the joy and peace you deserve."

"Thank you for being a valuable asset to our company. Your continued dedication has played a crucial role in our success, and we are so proud to have you on our team. Wishing you a fantastic holiday season and a healthy, happy new year."

"As we look back on a year of hard work and achievements, we are reminded of the importance of teamwork and dedication. Thank you for your unwavering commitment. We wish you a restful break and a season of joy that recharges you for the exciting year ahead!"

"The holiday season is a time of joy, reflection, and planning for the future. We are so grateful for your continued dedication and look forward to all we’ll achieve together in the coming year. Have a magical holiday season!"

"As we enter this beautiful season, we want to extend our warmest holiday wishes to each of you, regardless of how you celebrate. May this special time bring you joy, peace, and moments with family that you’ll cherish forever."

"The magic of Christmas never ends and its greatest of gifts are family and friends."

- Unknown

"Christmas is a magical time of year… I just watched all my money magically disappear."

"Three phrases that sum up Christmas are: Peace on Earth, Goodwill to Men, and Batteries not Included."

"Wishing you a restful holiday season full of awkward family dinners, extra time for Netflix, and lots of food. Thank you for making our workplace so much fun. Happy holidays!"

"May your holiday plans be as perfect as your work! Wishing you a season filled with joy, laughter, and maybe a few too many holiday cookies!"

"To our office joker, we hope your holiday season is as funny and joyous as you’ve made our year! Enjoy the holiday cheer and come back with even more hilarious jokes for us!"

"Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more."