200+ Best Good Luck Wishes And Messages

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When your loved ones are about to embark on an important journey, knowing that you are rooting for them makes them feel special. No matter what kind of occasion it is, sending good luck quotes and wishes not only motivates them but lets them know you support them unconditionally.

Here is a plethora of good luck messages, quotes, and wishes to choose from. Take your pick and customize them to best suit your situation!

200+ Best Good Luck Quotes, Messages, And Wishes

In our busy lives, it may be difficult to keep in touch regularly. Quotes to cheer someone can be something that you can share to bring a smile on a loved one’s face. These short and sweet best-of-luck wishes show you care.

1. You have poured your heart and soul into this competition. You will definitely come out with flying colors. All the best!

2. You have shown everyone what you are capable of; you will get your reward very soon!

3. All the very best for your next chapter in life. May luck and prosperity follow you in each step you take.

4. Life has many hurdles, but with vigor and tenacity, one can overcome them. You have done the same. All the very best for your future!

5. Best of luck for your next phase in life. We are all very proud of you.

6. Sending you warm salutations and good luck. May you get everything you have ever wanted.

7. Life is not always a bed of roses, but one must keep their head held high. Good luck with your future endeavors!

8. If you believe in yourself as much as we believe in you, nothing can ever stop you from achieving what you want in life.

9. Having self-confidence and embracing favorable omens are essential for succeeding in life. All the very best!

10. May you get everything you ever wanted and more. Good luck!

11. We are counting on you. We know you will succeed in the best way possible. Good luck!

12. May you have the hope and courage to face each day like a new adventure. I wish you all the best in life!

13. We have high hopes for you. We know you will emerge stronger. Godspeed!

14. You will always be protected under the wings of the Lord. He is your guardian and protector. Good luck!

15. If you ever feel like you’re stuck, remember that God has a plan for you. Good luck!

16. If a route you have taken is not working, consider an alternative one to reach where you want to be. All the very best to you!

17. Don’t wait for tomorrow; start today, and success and accolades will follow.

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18. The winds and waves may be strong, but you are stronger. Good luck on your journey ahead! May auspiciousness and good fortuity always be with you.

19. The harder you work, the more you will succeed. We know you’ll do well. All the best to you!

20. Don’t think about your past; focus on your present, and you will automatically have a great future.

21. Sending you positive vibes and wishes.

22. With hard work and a little luck, you will achieve great things. March on!

23. You are destined for greatness. Good luck on your path.

24. Fortune favors the bold. Have the courage to persist, and good luck will follow.

25. May the odds ever be in your favor. Good luck on your journey.

26. Wishing you the best of luck on the exciting journey you are about to embark on.

27. You’re capable of amazing things. Show the world what you’ve got and what you’re made of.

28. Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity. Go seize your moment and may you be successful in your endeavor.

29. Luck is just a small part of success; your hard work is what matters. March ahead, boldly.

30. I know you’ve been working hard for this. Good luck. I’m rooting for you.

31. Seize the opportunity and give it everything you’ve got. Good luck.

32. Go forth and shine bright in everything you do. Good luck.

33. Shoot for the moon, boy! Better things await you.

34. Put the past behind, because the future has never looked brighter. Wishing you good luck as you move forward.

35. Onward and upward. Good luck with everything that comes your way. I know you’re going to slay it.

36. To say I’m proud is an understatement. Best wishes, and may the journey ahead be smooth and rewarding.

37. Life’s got big plans for you. Good luck.

38. Remember, that with every challenge, you have the power to create your own destiny. Good luck on your journey.

39. Best of luck as you aim for the moon. Remember, you are capable of achieving anything you set your eyes on.

40. All the very best. No matter what the outcome, put your best foot forward.

41. Wishing you the very best on your adventures. May you continue to inspire others along the way.

42. May good luck always follow you, no matter the circumstances and the paths you tread. Enjoy your journey and achieve glory.

43. I’m sure your perseverance and hard work will take you to new heights. Good luck on your journey.

Good Luck Quotes By Famous Personalities

If you’re looking for famous quotes to wish your dear ones well, this list of best-of-luck quotes is all you need.

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

45. “Our truest life is when we are in dreams awake.” – Henry David Thoreau

46. “Live for each second without hesitation.” –Elton John

47. “Kid, you’ll move mountains! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!” – Seuss

48. “Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma, which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition.” – Steve Jobs

49. “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” – Helen Keller

50. “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” – Ludwig Jakubowski

51. “Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” – Mark Twain

52. “Good luck is a residue of preparation.” – Jack Youngblood

53. “May the sun always shine on your windowpane; may a rainbow be certain to follow each rain.” –Irish Proverb

54. “Chance favors the prepared mind.”– Louis Pasteur

55. “Depend on the rabbit’s foot if you will, but remember it didn’t work for the rabbit.”– R.E. Shay

56. “Diligence is the mother of good luck.”– Benjamin Franklin

57. “If you think you can, you can. And if you think you can’t, you’re right.” – Henry Ford

58. “In short, Luck’s always to blame.”– Jean De La Fontaine

59. “Success is simply a matter of luck. Ask any failure.”– Earl Wilson

60. “The only sure thing about luck is that it will change.”– Wilson Mizner

61. “The only thing that overcomes hard luck is hard work.” – Harry Golden

62. “Good luck is another name for tenacity of purpose.”— Ralph Waldo Emerson

63. “In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.”— Albert Einstein

64. “Luck is believing you’re lucky.”— Tennesse Williams

65. “Luck is what you have left over after you give 100 percent.”— Langston Coleman

66. “Nature creates ability; luck provides it with opportunity.” — François de la Rochefoucauld

67. “Shallow men believe in luck or in circumstance. Strong men believe in cause and effect.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

Good Luck Quotes For Him

Love can be hard, especially when it’s a long-distance relationship. Wishing your partner luck shows him that you care and he is on your mind.

68. “If we had one wish for you on this special day, it would be: May the best of your past be the worst of your future.” – Catherine Pulsifer

69. “You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true. You may have to work for it, however.” – Richard Bach

70. “And in today already walks tomorrow.” – Samuel Taylor Coleridge

71. “Life is a ticket to the greatest show on earth.” – Martin H. Fischer

72. “A secret to life: Know that none of this matters, and yet…live as if every single moment does.” – Kamal Ravikant

73. “There are no mistakes, only opportunities.” – Tina Fey

74. “Not how long, but how well you have lived is the main thing.” –Seneca

75. “Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

76. “The one thing that you have that nobody else has is you. Your voice, your mind, your story, your vision. So write and draw and build and play and dance and live as only you can.” – Neil Gaiman

77. “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you’ve imagined.” –Henry David Thoreau

78. “You never know what worse luck your bad luck has saved you from.” — Cormac McCarthy, No Country for Old Men

79. “Concentration attracts luck factor.” — Amit Ray, Yoga and Vipassana: An Integrated Life Style

80. “Good luck is the willing handmaid of an upright and energetic character, and conscientious observance of duty.”— James Russell Lowell

81. “If one does not know to which port is sailing, no wind is favorable.” — Seneca

82. “It’s hard to detect good luck – it looks so much like something you’ve earned.” — Frank A. Clark

83. “Luck has a peculiar habit of favoring those who don’t depend on it.”— Anonymous

84. “Luck never gives; it only lends.”— Proverb

85. “The meeting of preparation with opportunity generates the offspring we call luck.”— Tony Robbins

86. “It takes only a split second for life to go horribly wrong. To fix the mess, I need a thousand things to go right. The distance from one bit of luck to the next feels as great as the distance across oceans. But, I decide in this moment, I will bridge that distance, again and again, until I win. I will not fail.”— Sabaa Tahir, A Torch Against the Night

87. “Luck is a woman. She’s drawn to those that least deserve her.”— Joe Abercrombie, Last Argument of Kings

Good Luck Quotes For Her

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Wishing your girlfriend luck will help her understand how caring and motivating you are. So take your pick from this list of good luck quotes.

88. “Fear not for the future, weep not for the past.” – Percy Blythe Shelley

89. “When it comes to the future, there are three kinds of people: those who let it happen, those who make it happen, and those who wonder what happened.” – John M. Richardson

90. “Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams.” – Ashley Smith

91. “The adventure of life is to learn. The purpose of life is to grow. The nature of life is to change. The challenge of life is to overcome. The essence of life is to care. The opportunity of life is to serve. The secret of life is to dare. The spice of life is to befriend. The beauty of life is to give.” – William Arthur Ward

92. “Live boldly. Push yourself. Don’t settle.” – Me Before You

93. “You only get one life. It’s actually your duty to live it as fully as possible.” – Me Before You

94. “Nobody is gonna hit as hard as life, but it ain’t how hard you can hit. It’s how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. It’s how much you can take, and keep moving forward. That’s how winning is done.” – Rocky Balboa

95. “Sometimes the right path is not the easiest one.” – Pocahontas

96. “Do or do not. There is no try.” – Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back

97. “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

98. “If you focus on what you left behind, you will never be able to see what lies ahead.” –Ratatouille

99. “To see the world, things dangerous to come to, to see behind walls, to draw closer, to find each other, and to feel. That is the purpose of life.” – The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty

100. “You’ll have bad times, but it’ll always wake you up to the good stuff you weren’t paying attention to.” – Good Will Hunting

101. “The very things that hold you down are going to lift you up.” –Dumbo

102. “All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.” – The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring

103. “It is our choices that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.” – Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

104. “Carpe diem. Seize the day, boys. Make your lives extraordinary.” – Dead Poets Society

105. “Everything is possible, even the impossible.” – Mary Poppins Returns

106. “The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all.” –Mulan

107. “It’s what you do right now that makes a difference.” –Black Hawk Down

108. “Ability is of little account without opportunity.”— Napoleon Bonaparte

109. “Fortune brings in some boats that are not steered.” — Shakespeare

110. “I believe in luck: how else can you explain the success of those you dislike?” — Jean Cocteau

111. “I’m a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work, the more I have of it.”— Thomas Jefferson

112. “Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.”— John Lennon

113. “Luck never made a man wise.”— Seneca

114. “The sun doesn’t just hang on one family’s tree.”— Anchee Min, Empress Orchid

115. “Here’s the thing about luck…you don’t know if it’s good or bad until you have some perspective.”— Alice Hoffman, Local Girls

116. “No bird soars too high, if he soars with his own wings.”— William Blake

Good Luck and Love Quotes

If you want to wish someone luck and send them your love while conveying your heartfelt adulation and veneration, here is a collection of quotes to do just that.

117. “It’s only a passing thing, this shadow. Even darkness must pass. A new day will come. And when the sun shines, it will shine out the clearer.” – The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers

118. “A laugh can be a very powerful thing. Why, sometimes in life, it’s the only weapon we have.” – Who Framed Roger Rabbit

119. “Let’s just allow ourselves to be whatever it is we are.” – Garden State

120. “You know how everyone’s always saying, ‘Seize the moment’? I don’t know; I’m kinda thinkin’ it’s the other way. Like the moment seizes us.” – Boyhood

121. “You control your destiny – you don’t need magic to do it. And there are no magical shortcuts to solving your problems.” – Brave

122. “Don’t ever let somebody tell you that you can’t do something. Not even me. You got a dream, you gotta protect it. When people can’t do something themselves, they’re gonna tell you that you can’t do it. You want something, go get it. Period.” – The Pursuit Of Happiness

123. “There should be no boundaries to human endeavor. We are all different. However bad life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at. While there’s life, there is hope.” – The Theory Of Everything

124. “Everything that made that giant tree is already contained inside this tiny little seed. All it needs is some time, a little bit of sunshine and rain, and voila! Now, you might not feel like you can do much now, but that’s just because, well, you’re not a tree yet. You just have to give yourself some time. You’re still a seed.” –A Bug’s Life

125. “Just live well. Just live.” –Me Before You

126. “Never give up and good luck will find you.” – The NeverEnding Story

127. “Luck favors the prepared.” – The Incredibles

128. “When a soothing wind blows gently love through the thistledown of expectations, hope may inveigle the future for timeless care and tenderness to be anchored in a bay of good luck” – Happiness Blowing In The Wind

129. “Hard work increases the probability of serendipity.” – Ken Poirot

130. “Good luck is like the shadow of a tree; for some time it gives comfort to a traveler, but it doesn’t go ahead with a traveler.” –Amit Kalantri

131. “If you believe in ‘luck,’ always let it be good luck, always choose to be ‘lucky,’ rather than ‘luckless,’ be ‘happy,’ rather than hapless.’” – Look Into The Stillness

132. “Transforming your life does not require extraordinary luck, magic, or miracles. You can begin to change your life at any moment by simply changing your attitude.” – Anthon St. Maarten

133. “The reason people fail to reach their goals is because they give up too early. They don’t understand that most successes are built upon foundations of multiple attempts.” – Richelle E. Goodrich

134. “Luck comes and goes; you have to seize it. Bad luck comes and goes; it must be overcome. But I will never, never sit at the side of the road showing my wounds and shouting, ‘It’s destiny!’” – Dutch Connection

135. “Luck is the residue of design.” – John Milton

136. “Accumulating love brings luck; accumulating hatred brings calamity. Anyone who fails to recognize problems leaves the door open for tragedies to rush in.” –Paulo Coelho

137. “Being deeply learned and skilled, being well trained and using well spoken words; This is good luck.”— Anonymous

138. “Good luck beats early rising.” — Proverb

139. “I wandered everywhere, through cities and countries wide. And everywhere I went, the world was on my side.” — Roman Payne, Rooftop Soliloquy

140. “If you view all the things that happen to you, both good and bad, as opportunities, then you operate out of a higher level of consciousness.”— Les Brown

141. “Luck affects everything; let your hook always be cast; in the stream where you least expect it, there will be a fish.”— Ovid

142. “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”— Seneca

143. “Luck, bad if not good, will always be with us. But it has a way of favoring the intelligent and showing its back to the stupid.”— John Dewey

Good Luck Messages

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If you send a hand-written good luck card to mark your love and homage to someone special, incorporate a good luck wish in it. Your loved ones will surely appreciate it.

144. Sometimes, identifying good luck is hard because, most of the time, good luck looks like something you have worked hard for.

145. Life will have many twists and turns. It’s up to you to decide how to navigate through these bends. Good luck to you!

146. You were alone in your journey, but now you have a partner – good fortune. May it never leave your side and only reward you with boon and felicity.

147. Patience and hard work are of utmost importance if you want good luck to favor you.

148. Challenges are a part of life. You have to decide whether you will face them head-on or crouch in fear.

149. Never let people’s negative words get to you. They were not around when you worked day and night to get where you are. You did it all by yourself. Never forget that.

150. May your future be filled with good luck and success. All the very best to you.

151. Tomorrow is a brand new day to start afresh. Don’t let yourself be consumed by what you could not achieve today. Instead, be confident about what you can achieve tomorrow.

152. As you embark on your new journey, I wanted to take a moment to wish you the best of luck. Remember that challenges are opportunities in disguise, and every obstacle you overcome, will only make you stronger. Stay focused, and success will be yours.

153. Congratulations on getting promoted! I have no doubt that it is your skills and expertise that has brought you this far. As you step into this new role, keep your enthusiasm alive, stay true to your values, and let your wisdom guide you. I’m excited to see you thrive in this new endeavor. Good luck.

154. As you embark on this new adventure, know that I am rooting for you every step of the way. May this path be filled with excitement, joy, and unforgettable moments. You’ve always had the courage to follow your dreams and I’m sure that you will continue to shine. Good luck.

155. As you enter into this new phase of your life, I want to extend my heartfelt wishes for your happiness and good health. Marriage is a wonderful journey and I hope you both will cherish and celebrate each other. Wishing you a lifetime of love and good luck on this incredible journey together.

156. As you set out to accomplish your personal goals, remember that the journey is as important as the destination. Embrace the challenges, learn from your mistakes, and savor every moment. Keep believing in yourself for you have the strength to conquer every obstacle. Good luck.

157. Break a leg, but not literally! Sending you heaps of good luck for your performance. I know you’ll give it your best shot.

Good Luck Messages For a Friend

If you have a friend you want to send loads of luck to, a box of chocolates and a short message will help motivate them on their journey.

158. Leaving everything behind and starting anew is a very hard thing to do. Know that I am constantly thinking about you and wishing only good luck upon you.

159. I greatly look up to your perseverance and tenacity. I know you will achieve great feats in life. I believe in you; I do. Good luck, my dear friend.

160. You have to take a leap of faith if you want to succeed in life. Cheers to new beginnings and all the very best.

161. Feeling those pre-victory jitters? That’s just your excitement bubbling over. You’re gonna do amazing!

162. Be persistent. Don’t give in to temptation, and you shall achieve the impossible.

163. Wishing you all the luck in the world as you chase your lifelong dream! Always know that I’ll be cheering you on every step of the way.

164. Here’s wishing you good luck on your new endeavor. Hope that your journey ahead brings you endless opportunities to learn and  grow.

165. Good luck with the journey ahead. I hope you always stay true to yourself and your values as you chase your dreams.

166. As you tread new paths, I hope you never lose your quest for new experiences and adventures. Stray open to new possibilities and achieve big in life.

167. May your future be as bright and promising as your potential. May you never lose your grit to pursue your dreams. Here’s hoping that you always have the courage to step out of your comfort zone and pursue your goals and dreams.

168. Good luck, my friend. May your adventures be grand, and your worries be small.

169. You deserve all the success in the world and more, my friend. Good luck to all that’s on your path.

170. Always remember that you are strong, brave, and capable of achieving anything that you put your mind to. Good luck.

171. Good luck to a dear friend and an amazing human. May your future be as bright and warm as your soul.

172. Best wishes and good luck to you, my bestie! Whatever be the outcome, know that I’ve always got your back.

173. Your decisions decide your destiny and what lies ahead, my friend! May you conquer the world with your perseverance.

174. Good luck, and may everything you’ve worked for come to fruition. Remember that what’s meant to be yours, will always find a way.

Good Luck Messages For Your Boyfriend

Expressing your love for your boyfriend through a good luck message is a great way to inspire him to bravely face anything the future holds.

175. Believing in yourself is the first step toward success. May you achieve everything you have worked so hard for. All the best, my love.

176. The sun will be your guiding light to success, and the wind will push you forward. Good luck to you, darling.

177. Know that every day, you start your day with an immense amount of luck and fortune by your side. That is why you will overcome every obstacle in your way.

178. The beginning may be difficult, but wait till the end, and you will be proud of yourself.

179. Good luck to the sweetest and the most hardworking person I know. You’ve got this.

180. You’re a special soul who deserves nothing less than the best. Good luck.

181. You’ve worked so hard to get to where you are. Soak it all in and enjoy. Best of luck for what lies ahead.

182. Wishing the best of luck to one of the greatest and the most hardworking people I know. Keep shining.

183. My heart is beaming with pride just thinking of everything that you’ve accomplished. Good luck, dear. A bright future awaits you.

184. Taking that first step is scary, but  so worth it. You’re well on your way to achieving great things. Good luck, babe.

185. As you start your new job today, I want you to know how proud I’m of all that you have achieved so far. Remember I will always be there cheering for you every step of the way. Good luck, my love.

186. No matter what happens, know that I’m by your side always, rooting for you all the way. Good luck, my rock.

187. You’re my lucky charm, and I know that you’ll rock your paper presentation today. Go out there and give your everything, champion.

188. I hope you believe in yourself as much as I believe in you. Good luck, my handsome boy.

189. Sending you a big virtual hug and a pocketful of luck. I’m confident that you’re going to do great in your test.

190. Luck is on your side, because you’re simply amazing, my love! Go show the world what you’re made of.

Good Luck Messages For Your Girlfriend

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A heartfelt message wishing your girlfriend good luck will show her your kind and caring side. Make her day with one of these thoughtful messages.

191. I will cheer you in everything you do. You are the best. I love you and wish you all the luck in the world.

192. The task ahead of you may be difficult but not impossible. I know that you will achieve success and show everyone what you can do! All the best, my love.

193. Darling, be brave and face every challenge head-on. Be persistent in the face of adversity.

194. Remember that fear is only a catalyst for the big changes yet to come your way. So, with that, I wish you the very best, honey.

195. You’re going to do so many great things, and I can’t wait to see you succeed. Good luck, my darling.

196. It’s your time to shine, baby. I hope life treats you with kindness and you’re blessed with everything you’ve wanted and more.

197. Sending loads of good luck your way. I know you’re going to slay it. Can’t wait to hear all the details when I get home.

198. I know this is everything that you’ve ever wanted. I can’t wait to celebrate your success. Good luck, my love.

199. Sending you truckloads of good luck wishes! Now go and show the world what you are capable of.

200. Cheers to you and your beautiful dreams. May you have the strength and courage to achieve each and every one of them.

201. Wishing a very special person in my life the best of luck. I have no doubt that you’re going to be fantastic.

202. Luck favors the brave, and you’re one of the bravest people I know. Crush it out there!

203. Good luck with the sales pitch today. I’ve seen you prepare for this with dedication. You are going to slay it. All the best.

204. Sending all the luck in the world your way. I hope your first day of entrepreneurship goes well. You’ve always been a natural leader and your ability to connect with people is impeccable. I wish you all the best.

Life is filled with ups and downs. Sometimes, your loved ones may need an extra push through a short good luck message to work even harder to achieve their goals. So share these messages with someone going through a tough time and make their day!

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Infographic: Movies Based On Theme of Luck

“How lucky you are!?,” “It was pure luck!!,” “Can’t get luckier than this!!!” — These phrases are thrown around, but we don’t really know what luck is. But there are quite a few examples in literature and cinema where the story is concocted around luck. This infographic brings you some movies where luck is the primary element.

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