19 Empowering Quotes from Women, for Women

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March celebrates Women’s History Month, making it an ideal time to draw inspiration from impactful quotes by women, both contemporary figures and historical icons. Here, we present 19 quotes that resonate with empowerment, resilience, and determination, shared by influential women who have left a lasting mark on society.

1. Michelle Obama “The future of our world is only as bright as the future of our girls.” — Michelle Obama
2. Katharine Hepburn “If you obey the rules, you miss all the fun.” — Katharine Hepburn
3. Maya Angelou “Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.” — Maya Angelou
4. Amelia Earhart “The most effective way to do it, is to do it.” — Amelia Earhart
5. Cheryl Strayed “You get to define the terms of your life.” — Cheryl Strayed
6. Malala Yousafzai “We must tell girls their voices are important.” — Malala Yousafzai
7. Stacey Abrams “The way to win is to try.” — Stacey Abrams
8. Angela Davis “I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change. I am changing the things I cannot accept.” — Angela Davis
9. Fabienne Fredrickson “The things you are passionate about are not random, they are your calling.” — Fabienne Fredrickson
10. Laurel Thatcher Ulrich “Well-behaved women rarely make history.” — Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
11. Lucille Ball “Love yourself first, and everything else falls into line.” — Lucille Ball
12. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez “Change takes courage.” — Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
13. Angelique Kidjo “You can fall, but you can rise also.” — Angelique Kidjo
14. Oprah Winfrey “There is no greater gift you can give or receive than to honor your calling. It’s why you were born. And how you become most truly alive.” — Oprah Winfrey
15. Dorothy Height “Greatness is not measured by what a man or woman accomplishes, but by the opposition he or she has overcome to reach his goals.” — Dorothy Height
16. Melissa Etheridge “You are more powerful than you know; you are beautiful just as you are.” — Melissa Etheridge
17. Diana Ross “You know, you do need mentors, but in the end, you really just need to believe in yourself.” — Diana Ross
18. Eleanor Roosevelt “Remember no one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” — Eleanor Roosevelt
19. Margaret Cho “I think that it’s time to take this power into our own hands and say. ‘You know what? I’m beautiful. I just am. And that’s my light. I’m just a beautiful woman.” — Margaret Cho

These quotes encapsulate the spirit of resilience, self-belief, and empowerment, serving as beacons of inspiration for women everywhere. Whether facing challenges, pursuing dreams, or advocating for change, these words remind us of the strength and potential within each of us.

_{Repurposed article originally published in She Knows}