When it's going well, design is a pleasure. But we all know what it's like to experience a bad day: nothing works the way it should, colors clash, type mumbles, the message is lost altogether.

It's worth remembering that everyone has their bad days. Here are some of the most inspirational quotes we've found online to help you through the rough patch and come out smiling on the other side.

Each and every one of these pearls of wisdom came from bitter experience, when work was hard-going, and things didn't click the way the person wanted them to. So take a look at the world from a different perspective, you might be surprised at what you find.

Which of these quotes inspires you the most? Have we missed a quote you like to refer to? Let us know in the comments.