Billy Chapata is a Zimbabwean writer, author, and creative based in Atlanta, Georgia. Billy’s work aims to touch on the concepts of love, healing, connections, and growth, through poetry, storytelling, and narrative. Writing came into his life as a means of sustenance, self-love, and empowerment: Billy writes to heal, he writes to grow, he writes to survive. He has written four books, Chameleon Aura, Sour Honey & Soul Food, Flawers, and The Vibe Manual. His poetically infused words, memorable lessons, and bittersweet experiences have become a point of resonance and comfort for many across the world. May his quotes inspire you to love yourself and take action so that you may live your dreams.
1. “You need to love yourself. Love yourself so much to the point that your energy and aura rejects anyone who doesn’t know your worth.” Billy Chapata
2. “You are allowed to be hot on some days and cold on others, you’re allowed to flow like lava and crash like the ocean. You are allowed to feel.” Billy Chapata
3. “She just knows her worth.” Billy Chapata
4. “I appreciate effort. No matter how small, silly or irrelevant, I appreciate effort.” Billy Chapata
5. “Don’t be afraid of new beginnings. Don’t shy away from new people, new surroundings. Embrace new chances at happiness.” Billy Chapata
6. “When will you stop letting the mirror tell you how beautiful you are, and start recognizing the magic that exists in you?” Billy Chapata
7. “Until I find a connection that makes sense to my heart, and a connection that resonates with my soul, I’m fine on my own.” Billy Chapata
8. “The right lover will never cause you anxiety. You will feel at peace.” Billy Chapata
9. “Go where your effort is appreciated. Don’t let your actions go unnoticed by individuals who are never satisfied.” Billy Chapata
10. “I no longer force things. What flows, flows. What crashes, crashes. I only have space and energy for things that are meant for me.” Billy Chapata
11. “We spend too much time fighting with clocks, instead of just enjoying our time.” Billy Chapata
12. “Outer beauty has expiration dates. Invest in beautiful minds and beautiful souls, and the intrigue will never fade away.” Billy Chapata
13. “Too full of love to be loved in halves, too full of love to soak energy that feels lukewarm on my soul.” Billy Chapata
14. “Self-love is the only ocean you can never drown in. the deeper you dive in, the more your lungs fill with air.” Billy Chapata
15. “Attraction is common. What is rare is having someone who wants to grow with you. A soul partner, a soul confidante, a soul mate.” Billy Chapata
16. “And I had to leave you behind, not because there was no love but because there was no growth.” Billy Chapata
17. “Attract love, don’t chase it. Spread love, and it will flow back to you like ocean waves.” Billy Chapata
18. “She was constantly evolving. Every time they thought they understood her, she added a new colour or texture to the art piece she already is.” Billy Chapata
19. “Stop feeding connections that don’t feed you. Stop spending so much time filling others, while you starve of love. You are deserving too.” Billy Chapata
20. “The most beautiful thing we can learn is how to let go; of grudges, the past, and poisonous people. It’s a great measure of courage.” Billy Chapata
21. “Accomplishing goals in silence.” Billy Chapata
22. “Alone doesn’t have to feel lonely.” Billy Chapata
23. “Never disrupt your blooming process.” Billy Chapata
24. “You lose a lot of people when you’re focusing on yourself. Find no shame in evolving.” Billy Chapata
25. “It’s time to start loving yourself.” Billy Chapata
26. “Your bad days don’t define you.” Billy Chapata
27. “Spend time with yourself. Take your wounds on a date and understand them better. Your healing lays in how honest you can be with yourself.” Billy Chapata
28. “It’s never too late to fall in love with yourself again.” Billy Chapata
29. “Your healing process will never be identical to anyone else’s.” Billy Chapata
30. “People hate it when you know your worth. You draw the line, you set the precedence, you stand your ground, and they flip a coin on you and make it seem like you’re the one with the problem. “You’re too demanding, you’re too selective, you’re too judgemental, you’re too unrealistic.” No, I’m neither of those things. I just love myself. I love myself enough to know what I need, what will improve me, what will grow me, what I deserve. I’m loving myself, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that.” Billy Chapata
31. “I am a work in progress.” Billy Chapata
32. “Don’t kill flowers growing inside of you for someone who doesn’t appreciate the way you bloom.” Billy Chapata
33. “Be protective of you. Your aura. Be protective of the garden that you’ve watered for so long within you. You’ve worked too hard on yourself to let anyone with dirty feet walk all over your soul.” Billy Chapata
34. “There is beauty in being you, and being accepted and loved for the work of art that you are. There is beauty in keeping your aura authentic.” Billy Chapata