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Inspiring Quotes for Women’s History Month (+ Every Damn Month)

Women's History Month Quotes

Okay, first things first, it feels silly to title this post “Inspiring Quotes for Women’s History Month” because they are great quotes for every year, every month, and every day. I mean, how can you not love a collection of inspiring and empowering quotes about women? Spoiler: you have no choice but to love.

9 Quotes for Women’s History Month

“Well-behaved women seldom make history.” Laurel Thatcher Ulrich.

This is often quoted as “Well-behaved women rarely make history” and attributed to Eleanor Roosevelt. But those aren’t quite right. Thatcher Ulrich originally wrote it in an article in 1976 and the reaction to it inspired her to write a book of the same title.

She overcame everything that was meant to destroy her Rumi

“She overcame everything that was meant to destroy her.” Rumi. Whew, I feel that one.

You are a goddamn cheetah Glennon Doyle

“You are a goddamn cheetah.” Glennon Doyle. This is one of the most memorable and powerful quotes from the book Untamed.


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“You should never let your fears prevent you from doing what you know is right.” Aung San Suu Kyi.

Inspiring quotes for women's history month

“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” Mother Theresa. Gosh, I just love this quote and this idea. Even if you an’t see big, immediate change from your work, you’re making a difference.

If they don't give you a seat bring a chair Shirley Chisholm

“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.” Shirley Chisholm. As a trailblazer and history-maker, Chisholm learned when seats aren’t given, sometimes we have to take our own.

There is so much wisdom locked up in the stories women never tell

“There is so much wisdom locked up n the stories women never tell.” Elaine Welteroth. And this is why we must challenge ourselves to UNMUTE. We must tell our stories and share our opinions and believe women when we do.


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“Let future generations say we were the ones who stood up. Let them say we were the first to live in a world where all girls can learn and lead without fear.” Malala Yousafzai.

Here's to strong women quote

“Here’s to strong women: may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them, may we elect them.” I added the “may we elect them” verse to this popular quote after the Democratic primary season when I was frustrated so many qualified women just weren’t getting votes. If you agree it’s well past time to elect more women, check out the Here’s to Strong Women Tee Shirt and Here’s to Strong Women Mug.

Which quote is your favorite?

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