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5 Inspiring Instagram Accounts That Will Brighten Your Day

Alikay Wood

These accounts are full of uplifting, funny and motivational quotes and videos.

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Fill your social feeds with uplifting quotes and silly videos by following these motivational and fun-loving accounts. For more inspiration on Instagram follow us on Instagram @guidepostsmagazine.

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1 ^{of 5} Robin Roberts

The Good Morning America anchor often shares her thoughts and uplifting quotes from books and interviews on @robinrobertsgma. One recent example was a quote she posted which read: “Two things define you: Your patience when you have nothing and your attitude when you have everything.” Roberts also offers previews of upcoming inspirational interviews and stories she will be chronicling on air.

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2 ^{of 5} Jennifer Garner

Actress Jennifer Garner is as charming on her Instagram @jennifer.garner as she is on screen. Garner hosts a “pretend cooking show” on her account where she tries out real recipes. She also re-posts inspiring quotes, funny videos of her playing instruments and pictures of her adorable dog.

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3 ^{of 5} Viola Davis

Viola Davis fills her Instagram account with uplifting quotes such as these words from Maya Angelou, “Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” The actress also posts regular #MondayMotivation quotes that will help you start the week strong.

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4 ^{of 5} Trent Shelton

Former NFL player Trent Shelton is now a motivational speaker and writer. His Instagram account @trentshelton is interactive and full of inspiring videos and advice for positive thinking.

5 ^{of 5} Chrissy Metz

Guideposts cover star Chrissy Metz is as kind and inspiring online as she is on her hit TV show This Is Us. Her Instagram account @chrissymetz features plenty of pictures of her and her cast mates, as well as inspiring quotes and tributes.

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