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10 Motivating Quotes to Celebrate International Women's Day

On March 8, the world will come together to recognize a little group that's close to our hearts: ladies. And what better way to commemorate the 108-year-old tradition than by hearing from some of its strongest? Here are ten inspiring quotes to read, love, share and save. (You can also always find more on our Inspirational Quotes Pinterest board.)

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“I’ve never met a woman who is not strong. They don’t exist.” – Diane von Furstenberg

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“A girl should be two things: who and what she wants.” – Coco Chanel

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“In the future, there will be no female leaders. There will just be leaders.” – Sheryl Sandberg

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“I raise up my voice not so I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard. We cannot succeed when half of us are held back.” – Malala Yousafzai

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“Women, if the soul of the nation is to be saved, I believe that you must become its soul.” – Coretta Scott King

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“Feminism isn't about making women stronger. Women are already strong. It's about changing the way the world perceives that strength.” – G.D. Anderson

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“Women hold up half the sky.” – Chinese proverb

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“Continue to embrace the things that make you unique even if it makes others uncomfortable. You are enough.” – Janelle Monáe

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“I love to see a young girl go out and grab the world by the lapels. Life’s a bitch. You’ve got to go out and kick ass.” – Maya Angelou

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“The question isn’t who’s going to let me; it’s who’s going to stop me.” – Ayn Rand



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