40 Arnold Schwarzenegger Quotes On Success, Life & More
Last updated on January 5th, 2024 at 11:53 am
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Arnold Schwarzenegger is an Austrian-born actor, bodybuilder, writer, politician, author, activist, investor, and philanthropist who has spent most of his life in the United States. He has been nicknamed ‘Austrian Oak’.
Reg Parker, the protagonist of Hercules film series, has been Arnold’s inspiration since childhood. This film series spurred his passion for bodybuilding. At the age of fifteen, he began weightlifting, and at the age of twenty, he was crowned Mr Universe. Mr Olympia prizes were given to him seven times. He is a sports magnetic person in addition to being a bodybuilder.
With his performance as an action hero in the 1982 film ‘Conan the Barbar-ian,’ he caught Hollywood by storm. ‘Commando,’ ‘True Lies,’ ‘Twins,’ ‘Total Recall,’ ‘Kindergarten Cop,’ and ‘Predator’ are some of his most well-known films. The most prominent of his movies is the ‘Terminator’ series, which established him as one of Hollywood’s finest action actors.
Let us browse through some famous Arnold Schwarzenegger quotes about life, success and more.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Quotes On Success
Who would be a better person to talk about success than Arnold! He has gained so much popularity and fame through his works. Let us read Arnold Schwarzenegger quotes to get an idea of what success means to him.
“Life’s six rules for success. 1. Trust yourself. 2. Break some rules. 3. Don’t be afraid to fail. 4. Ignore the naysayers. 5. Work like hell. 6. Give something back.”
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“You can’t climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets.”
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“My own dreams, fortunately, came true in this great state. I became Mr. Universe; I became a successful businessman. And even though some people say I still speak with a slight accent, I have reached the top of the acting profession.”
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“Bodybuilding is much like any other sport. To be successful, you must dedicate yourself 100% to your training, diet and mental approach.”
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“Be hungry for success, hungry to make your mark, hungry to be seen and to be heard, and to have an effect. And as you move up and become successful, make sure also to be hungry for helping others.”
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SOURCE: TOTAL RECALL: MY UNBELIEVABLY TRUE LIFE STORY
“To be successful, however, you must be brutal with yourself and focus on the flaws.”
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Arnold Schwarzenegger Quotes About Life
Arnold has achieved many great things in life. He is not only a great actor and bodybuilder, but also a writer, politician, and activist. We have curated a list of Arnold Schwarzenegger quotes about life and his experiences.
“Everything has style, everything’s a little bit larger than life and done with mischief.”
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“If my life was a movie, no one would believe it.”
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“But no matter what you do in life, selling is a part of it.”
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“But life is richer when we embrace the multitudes we all contain, even if we aren’t consistent and what we do doesn’t always make sense, even to us.”
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“The meaning of life is not simply to exist, to survive, but to move ahead, to go up, to achieve, to conquer.”
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SOURCE: ARNOLD: THE EDUCATION OF A BODYBUILDER
“The resistance that you fight physically in the gym and the resistance that you fight in life can only build a strong character.”
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“It’s not what you get out of life that counts. Break your mirrors! In our society that is so self-absorbed, begin to look less at yourself and more at each other.”
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“The years with Barbara taught me a great lesson: how having a good relationship can enrich your life.”
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“Help others and give something back. I guarantee you will discover that while public service improves the lives and the world around you, its greatest reward is the enrichment and new meaning it will bring your own life.”
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Arnold Schwarzenegger Movie Quotes
After receiving a Golden Globe Award for Best Newcomer, Arnold became an action hero in movies for his portrayal in Stay Hungry (1976). Here are some Arnold Schwarzenegger quotes from his films.
SOURCE: COMMANDO
“When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.”
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“Your levity is good; it relieves tension and the fear of death.”
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“I will be back.”
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SOURCE: THE TERMINATOR
“You have to remember something: Everybody pities the weak; jealousy you have to earn.”
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SOURCE: TRUE LIES
“What is the point of being on this Earth if you are going to be like everyone else?”
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SOURCE: TOTAL RECALL
“There’s something out there waiting for us, and it ain’t no man. We’re all gonna die.”
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“I ain’t got time to bleed.”
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“I didn’t leave bodybuilding until I felt that I had gone as far as I could go. It will be the same with my film career. When I feel the time is right, I will then consider public service. I feel that the highest honor comes from serving people and your country.”
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“You’ll get more satisfaction from having improved your neighborhood, your town, your state, your country, and your fellow human beings than you’ll ever get from your muscles, your figure, your automobile, your house, or your credit rating.”
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“We all have great inner power. The power is self-faith. There’s really an attitude to winning. You have to see yourself winning before you win. And you have to be hungry. You have to want to conquer.”
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Pain Arnold Schwarzenegger Quotes
Arnold has been into bodybuilding since his early days. We all know that it requires a significant amount of physical training and pain. So here are Arnold Schwarzenegger quotes about pain and conquering it.
“The last three or four reps is what makes the muscle grow. This area of pain divides the champion from someone else who is not a champion.”
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“That’s what most people lack, having the guts to go on and just say they’ll go through the pain no matter what happens.”
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“The pain you feel today will be the strength you feel tomorrow.”
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“Pain makes me grow. Growing is what I want. Therefore, for me pain is pleasure.”
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“The pain that you hold is yours. There is not a single pain quite like it.”
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“This pain is not your curse; this pain is your privilege.”
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“Experiencing this pain in my muscles and aching and going on and on is my challenge.”
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“The only way to be a champion is by going through these forced reps and the torture and pain. That’s way I call it the torture routine. Because it’s like forced torture.”
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“And so when I am experiencing pain I’m in heaven. It’s great. People suggest this is masochistic. But they’re wrong. I like pain for a particular reason. I don’t like needle’s stuck in my arm. But I do like the pain that is necessary to be a champion.”
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Schwarzenegger is, without a doubt, a rare multi-faceted genius who has excelled in a wide range of vocations. He also had a successful political career, serving as Governor of the United States state of California for eight years. He has talked and aired his thoughts on various problems as a well-known politician, activist, and philanthropist.
We hope you have enjoyed reading these Arnold Schwarzenegger quotes. Let us know which one has inspired you the most.
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Nitesh Kucchal
Nitesh Kuchhal, an IIM Calcutta graduate, is more than an educator—he's a mentor. With a passion for leadership and entrepreneurship, and travel. He has explored over 20 countries. Beyond teaching, he dives into psychology and discusses social issues. Though he is not a history expert, he enjoys learning about it through books, adding a historical touch to his many interests.
