Empowered Ladies Quotes

I want women -- and men -- to feel empowered by a deeper and more psychotic part of themselves. The part they're always trying desperately to hide. I want that to become something that they cherish.

Ladies, it’s harvest time!!! Take care of your crops, water them and weed them out.

Tonight I want to forget all your insecurities. Tonight I want you to reject anyone or anything that has made you feel like you don't belong, or don't fit in, or has made you feel like you're not good enough or pretty enough or thin enough, or like you can't sing well enough or dance well enough, or write a song well enough, or like YOU'LL NEVER WIN A GRAMMY, or like YOU'LL NEVER SELL OUT MADISON SQUARE GARDEN! You just remember that you are a god damn superstar and you were born this way!

Ladies! I encourage you NOT to be so easily flattered by what a man has. Be flattered by his strength, courage, integrity, and character as a man. Be impressed by his ability to be honest, faithful, loving, and respectful to you. Be impressed because he can communicate and openly express his feelings. Be impressed because he’s got confidence, direction, and purpose in his life. Be impressed because he’s a quality man, NOT a fine man. Real Talk!

A young lady is taught to never fuss or complain, and to always keep a smile on her face. When a young lady speaks her mind, she is labeled as being impolite and is told to be cautious and mindful of what she says. Something to think about...

Women Empowerment Reminder of The Day. Always respect yourself as a woman. You attract what you are, so be very mindful of how you’re representing yourself. If you want respect, you must first learn how to respect yourself, first. Attracting negative attention is never a good thing. Be a woman of substance! Be a woman that both women and men respect, admire, and look up to. Don’t disrespect yourself by lowering your standards and accepting just anything that comes your way. It’s okay to be single! If you want a relationship of substance, you can’t keep entertaining people and things that mean you no good. Think about it! It’s all up to you.

When a woman is independent, that’s also a huge issue. I have noticed that an independent woman is spoken down to because she is fearless, free, and she would rather walk alone because she knows her worth. Ladies, there is nothing wrong with that!

When a young lady no longer plays with baby dolls or toy kitchens, and she’s trying to find where she fits in today’s society, she is told she needs to learn how to cook, clean, wash, and provide for her husband and family. Why is that so?

In a "man's world," women may feel unidentified as "default humans" but as a marginalized species, frequently misunderstood, often ignored. Instead of surviving in a man's world, they must reshape it, empower their individuality, claim and reframe their narrative, and engage in collective action. ("Terra Incognita - The lady is a tramp")

Instead of being groomed for her future husband and/or career, a young lady should be first taught to love herself. I am a firm believer that if you put yourself first and find out who you are as a person, everything else will fall into place. Sadly, that is not what a young lady is taught. We are taught to love others and to put everyone’s needs before our own. We are taught to make sacrifices at an early age to the point where we do not know any better as we age. The edges of our life are rough because we do not know who we are as a person.

We have to take up the cross that was left by our Pioneers; they got us as far as they could. It is now our time to take advantage of the tools that were left for us and open the doors of our opportunities as women. We have to lead by example for our little girls and young ladies who will soon take up the torch. We have to show them by our actions that women’s opportunities are never-ending. Their assumptions must not take us off-course because our minds are too sharp and powerful to dwell on their insecurities, and we do not have time to stray off track.

A young lady is supposed to be classy, kind, generous, and respectful. She is told she should not display any anger and/or badmouth her peers. A young lady is told to think ‘inside the box’ and to limit her expectations because her husband will provide for her in the future. A young lady is taught to never fuss or complain and to always keep a smile on her face. When a young lady speaks her mind, she is told that she is not acting “ladylike”. When a young lady steps out of her comfort zone to challenge herself to fight for what she wants, she is told she is not acting “ladylike”. When a young lady plays a sport, and at times she may be aggressive, she is told that she is not acting “ladylike” When a young lady is bossy, she is told to humble herself, because that is not acting “ladylike”. Maybe she isn’t bossy, maybe she is confident within herself, has high self-esteem and knows she can dare to be different.

The young lady was once a rose without thorns because she was taught how to take care of everyone else, as opposed to taking care of herself. After the betrayals, hurt, pain and bitterness, she becomes a rose with thorns. However, the thorns pricked and scared her, because she was groomed to be what other people wanted her to be. Now she has to learn how to handle the thorns of life on her own. As the thorns grow thicker and sharper, her personality changes; she is now labeled as bitter, quick-tempered, and a bad influence on others because her attitude has changed. Sad to say, the same people who molded her to be the “perfect” young lady, are the ones who are back-biting her. They fail to realize it was their doing. Everyone should be born with thorns so that they are entitled to make mistakes and learn from them. They will know how it feels to love, to be loved, and to know how to heal if love doesn’t work out accordingly.

Why can’t a young lady, learn how to cook, clean and wash clothes so she can learn how to take care of herself? It is imperative that a young lady should know how to love and take care of herself first before she feels she can love and take care of anyone else. That is where the mistakes begin. A young lady is brought up to put others first. This is when a woman grows up and plays the fool for others because her self-worth was never built on solid ground. Instead, it was built on being a “people pleaser” and putting her life on the back burner. Consequently, her feelings didn’t matter, and her thoughts didn’t exist because for so long she was taught to put other people before herself. The question that is never asked is, what happens when a woman (who was once a young lady groomed to give every ounce of herself) loses herself to the point where she has to find a way to dig herself out of the deepest hole? This seems impossible. She doesn’t know how because she wasn’t ever taught how to express her feelings, troubles, and/or grieve.

I got my own blessings and I'm staying in my lane. What is for me will not pass me. There is enough light for everybody to shine.

We need to upgrade from female empowerment to female engagement. No matter how confident or empowered a woman feels if they don't act or work towards their vision and mission, that power depletes. How do we help take our sisters to their next level?

The poor girl liked to be thought clever, but she hated to be thought bookish; she used to read in secret and, though her memory was excellent, to abstain from showy reference. She had a great desire for knowledge, but she really preferred almost any source of information to printed page; she had an immense curiosity about life and was constantly staring and wondering. She carried herself with a great fund of life, and her deepest enjoyment was to feel the continuity between the movements of her own soul and agitations of the world.

Lady Clio’s father claimed her pale silvery hair was her greatest asset…or perhaps his greatest asset, considering he had the duty to see her wed to some poor unsuspecting fool. ... According to the Church, the color of a woman’s hair bespoke her true nature. The men empowered by the Church based this theory on the conclusion that hair grew directly from the brain. ... [And] a woman with light hair was perfect. Unfortunately, those men of the Church did not know Clio. Like a field of golden buttercups that hides a prickly hedgehog, Lady Clio’s hair hid her true nature.

A man is NOT weak if he cries. A man is NOT a punk if he cries. A man is NOT acting like a little b*tch if he cries. He’s a Man! And he’s allowed to have and show his true feelings without feeling less than. Ladies, some of you need to do better. Learn to be compassionate, loving, supportive, and understanding. There’s NOTHING wrong with a man being vulnerable. I encourage you to be his joy, peace, and his safe place. Lift him up and be mindful NOT to tear him down. If you truly care for and love your man, do and say everything with love. Let him know that it’s okay to cry and that he doesn’t have to pretend to be okay when he’s not. Real men DO cry! They experience sadness, disappointments, pain, and many other feelings. A man shouldn’t have to suppress his emotions. That’s pure nonsense! A man that can cry, smile, and let his guards down is a keeper in my book. I couldn’t imagine acting hard all of the time. That’s so unfair! Ladies, strive to be a Queen of substance. PEACE.

You are mine, now and forever.” he moaned into my ear, as we took flight. He was wrong. I unleashed hell. All the fury and rage that had been boiling inside of me from the moment my father ordered me to marry Mr Cameron. All the frustrating of feeling helpless. The indignation, the bitterness and the resentment. All of it…I let it out.

And it occurred to me in a moment of private embarrassment that the rich American lady who was here to help had some gender equity issues of her own she needed to face, had a culture of her own she needed to change. This was not me helping Anna; it was me listening to Anna, and Anna inspiring me. It was two women from different worlds, meeting on the margins, and summoning a moment of lift.

Failure. Never before has a thing gotten such a bad rap as failure. And why wouldn't it? It's failure. In a video game, failure means to fucking die, to drop into a pit of lava while the princess remains unsaved (oh, sexist video games, when will the lady plumber save the prince instead of the other way around?). You fail a class and it's like -- *poop noise* -- you failed, you're held back, time is wasted, money is lost, you suck, you stupid person. Hell with that. Failure is brilliant. Failure is how we learn. Every great success and every kick-ass creator is the product of a hundred failures, a thousand, some epic-big, some micro-tiny. We learn the right moves by taking the wrong turns. Failure should not drag you into the pits of personal despair but rather leave you empowered. Failure is an instructional manual written in scar tissue.

I think you have a great women's ministry when the women of your community fall wildly in love with Jesus. Church ladies like this are the overflow of women who are empowered to lead, to challenge, to seek justice and love mercy, to follow Jesus to the ends of the earth like our church mothers and fathers of the past. You have a great women's ministry when there is room for everyone. You have a great women's ministry when you have detoxed from the world's views and unattainable standards for women and begun to celebrate the everyday women of valor, sitting next to you, and when you encourage, affirm, and welcome the diversity of women—their lives, their voices, their experiences—to the community. You have a great women's ministry when your women are ministering—to the world, to the church, to one another—pouring out freely the grace they have received, however God has gifted them, including cooking and crafts, strategy and leadership.

People either get this or they don't. Everyone's destiny is different. It is not so about what we carry but how we carry it that defines each one of us. There are lots of 'uncommon' factors contributing to a person not achieving his goals. We only talk about the common ones like lack of focus, commitment and all. You will agree with me that as complex as the world now is so is the human mind; if a person can learn to think in the simplest of manners he is more likely to reach his goals. No one is an exception, before you point a finger, ask, "Will my criticism contribute to the complexity in that person's life or or empower him?" Discipline nowadays is not solely based on your ability to take action but on your ability to step into greatness in the simplest of ways

I’m haunted every day by what I did as an economic hit man (EHM). I’m haunted by the lies I told back then about the World Bank. I’m haunted by the ways in which that bank, its sister organizations, and I empowered US corporations to spread their cancerous tentacles across the planet. I’m haunted by the payoffs to the leaders of poor countries, the blackmail, and the threats that if they resisted, if they refused to accept loans that would enslave their countries in debt, the CIA’s jackals would overthrow or assassinate them. I wake up sometimes to the horrifying images of heads of state, friends of mine, who died violent deaths because they refused to betray their people. Like Shakespeare’s Lady Macbeth, I try to scrub the blood from my hands. But the blood is merely a symptom.

Here is a little boy,” said Bingo, indicating me to the strange lady, “who wets his bed every night. Do you know what I am going to do if you wet your bed again?” she added, turning to me. “I am going to get the Sixth Form to beat you.” The strange lady put on an air of being inexpressibly shocked, and exclaimed “I-should-think-so!” And here occurred one of those wild, almost lunatic misunderstandings which are part of the daily experience of childhood. The Sixth Form was a group of older boys who were selected as having “character” and were empowered to beat smaller boys. I had not yet learned of their existence, and I mis-heard the phrase “the Sixth Form” as “Mrs. Form.” I took it as referring to the strange lady—I thought, that is, that her name was Mrs. Form. It was an improbable name, but a child has 110 judgement in such matters. I imagined, therefore, that it was she who was to be deputed to beat me. It did Dot strike me as strange that this job should be turned over to a casual visitor in no way connected with the school. I merely assumed that “Mrs. Form” was a stern disciplinarian who enjoyed beating people (somehow her appearance seemed to bear this out) and I had an immediate terrifying vision of her arriving for the occasion in full riding kit and armed with a hunting whip. To this day I can feel myself almost swooning with shame as I stood, a very small, round-faced boy in short corduroy knickers, before the two women. I could not speak. I felt that I should die if “Mrs. Form” were to beat me. But my dominant feeling was not fear or even resentment: it was simply shame because one more person, and that a woman, had been told of my disgusting offence.

I’m really enjoying my solitude after feeling trapped by my family, friends and boyfriend. Just then I feel like making a resolution. A new year began six months ago but I feel like the time for change is now. No more whining about my pathetic life. I am going to change my life this very minute. Feeling as empowered as I felt when I read The Secret, I turn to reenter the hall. I know what I’ll do! Instead of listing all the things I’m going to do from this moment on, I’m going to list all the things I’m never going to do! I’ve always been unconventional (too unconventional if you ask my parents but I’ll save that account for later). I mentally begin to make my list of nevers. -I am never going to marry for money like Natasha just did. -I am never going to doubt my abilities again. -I am never going to… as I try to decide exactly what to resolve I spot an older lady wearing a bright red velvet churidar kurta. Yuck! I immediately know what my next resolution will be; I will never wear velvet. Even if it does become the most fashionable fabric ever (a highly unlikely phenomenon) I am quite enjoying my resolution making and am deciding what to resolve next when I notice Az and Raghav holding hands and smiling at each other. In that moment I know what my biggest resolve should be. -I will never have feelings for my best friend’s boyfriend. Or for any friend’s boyfriend, for that matter. That’s four resolutions down. Six more to go? Why not? It is 2012, after all. If the world really does end this year, at least I’ll go down knowing I completed ten resolutions. I don’t need to look too far to find my next resolution. Standing a few centimetres away, looking extremely uncomfortable as Rags and Az get more oblivious of his existence, is Deepak. -I will never stay in a relationship with someone I don’t love, I vow. Looking for inspiration for my next five resolutions, I try to observe everyone in the room. What catches my eye next is my cousin Mishka giggling uncontrollably while failing miserably at walking in a straight line. Why do people get completely trashed in public? It’s just so embarrassing and totally not worth it when you’re nursing a hangover the next day. I recoil as memories of a not so long ago night come rushing back to me. I still don’t know exactly what happened that night but the fragments that I do remember go something like this; dropping my Blackberry in the loo, picking it up and wiping it with my new Mango dress, falling flat on my face in the middle of the club twice, breaking my Nine West heels, kissing an ugly stranger (Az insists he was a drug dealer but I think she just says that to freak me out) at the bar and throwing up on the Bandra-Worli sea link from Az’s car. -I will never put myself in an embarrassing situation like that again. Ever. I usually vow to never drink so much when I’m lying in bed with a hangover the next day (just like 99% of the world) but this time I’m going to stick to my resolution. What should my next resolution be?

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In the world of underachievers, empowerment is a magic wand that turns 'I can't' into 'I can' and 'I won't' into 'I will.

A positive mindset guides underachievers towards resilience, optimism, and newfound self-confidence.

The underlying root cause of underachievement is usually not always obvious. Yet if not addressed, it will continue to slow down the person's success.

Vulnerability is a natural part of the empowerment process; supporting individuals through their vulnerabilities is essential for maintaining their motivation and self-esteem.

In the pursuit of autonomy, underachievers may inadvertently become dependent on external validation which can sometimes affect the response in empowerment programs.

Potential lies dormant in the heart of every underachiever, like a slumbering giant awaiting the call to awaken and stride confidently toward their aspirations.

Underachievement is a canvas waiting for the strokes of effort, determination, and resilience to paint the picture of a person reaching their zenith of potential.

Potential unfulfilled is a story left untold; every underachiever has the power to script their narrative of success with determination, perseverance, and belief in oneself.

An underachiever's potential is a melody waiting to be played; with the right notes of motivation and self-confidence, they can compose the symphony of their dreams.

Without intervention, the underachiever is trapped in the curse of subpar performance, unable to break free and unleash their full potential.

Underachievement is the cocoon that holds the untransformed potential within; with the wings of opportunity, support, and belief, an underachiever can emerge as a butterfly of accomplishment.

Without the right support, underachievers are bound to hold back from soaring to the heights their abilities could reach.

Some individuals consciously choose to underachieve, while others may unknowingly fall into patterns of underperformance, driven by deeper psychological factors.

The decision to underachieve can be a conscious act, driven by factors like lack of motivation or fear, or it can be an unconscious pattern, subtly influencing behaviour without clear awareness.

Underachievement can be a conscious choice, where individuals knowingly decide to perform below their capabilities, or an unconscious pattern driven by subtle behaviours and attitudes.

The decision to underachieve is multifaceted, encompassing conscious choices driven by fears or lack of interest and unconscious patterns shaped by past experiences.

Underachievement can be a conscious decision rooted in various reasons or an unconscious response to internal and external pressures.

Underachieving persons often consciously decide to perform below their potential or unconsciously follow patterns that hinder their success.

Underachievers may consciously opt for lower performance, or it might be an unconscious response to fears, doubts, or past disappointments.

Underachievement doesn't always define a person permanently. Countless successful individuals overcame early struggles, proving that potential can be realized despite initial setbacks.

Underachievement can be transient state, not necessarily a permanent label. Many accomplished individuals faced setbacks early in life before realizing their full potential.

Whether deliberate or unintentional, underachievement reflects a complex interplay of conscious decisions and subconscious patterns that influence performance.

Underachievement is a description of the gap between a person’s potential and his performance. By identifying and addressing the contributing factors, we can bridge this gap and unlock the extraordinary capabilities within.

The life stories of great minds like Charles Darwin and Abraham Lincoln remind us that setbacks are not predictors of future success.

Underachievement is not a life sentence. History is filled with examples of remarkable individuals who turned setbacks into success, demonstrating the potential for growth and improvement.

Underachievement can be just a phase in a person’s life. Numerous accomplished figures, from Einstein to J.K. Rowling, faced challenges early on but went on to achieve greatness.

Many people think that underachievers cannot be high achievers later in life. With proper support, motivation and interventions; underachievers can overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

By addressing the factors contributing to underperformance, we can unlock human potential, ensuring that no gift goes untapped and empowering individuals to reach new heights.

Underachievement is not an affliction but a description of unrealized potential.

Underachievement is not a disability but an opportunity to bridge the gap between potential and performance.

Underachievers are not always lazy or lacking motivation. Underachievement can result from external barriers, lack of support or resources, and mental or physical health issues, not necessarily due to laziness or lack of motivation.

Underachievers need support or intervention to improve. Support and intervention are crucial for underachievers to overcome challenges and realize their full potential.

Underachievement is not a permanent label that cannot be overcomed as individuals can work to improve and reach their full potential.

Many underachievers do care about their successes and are sometimes deeply invested in their achievements but may face challenges that eventually hinder their goals and causes them to sink deeper into underachievement.

High dropout rates in schools are not just statistics; they represent missed opportunities and unfulfilled potential, urging a collective effort to combat student underachievement.

Underachievement is not solely due to individual factors like personality or intellect. External factors such as societal pressure, lack of resources, and systemic barriers can contribute to underachievement.

Underachievement not only limits personal growth but also poses a threat to economic well-being, emphasizing the need for comprehensive strategies.

The prevalence of underachievement is a societal challenge that demands strategic interventions to create a level playing field for all individuals, regardless of their circumstances.

Understanding the dilemmas faced by underachieving individuals call for a holistic approach, addressing the environmental factors, personal circumstances, and support systems that contribute to their struggles.

Recognizing the unique characteristics of each underachiever is the key to unlocking their true potential.

Understanding underachievement requires a holistic examination of behavioural cues that unravel the truth about a person's true potential.

In the puzzle of underachievement, the signs often manifest in performance, goal-setting habits, and the resilience demonstrated in the face of challenges.

When addressing underachievement, a holistic understanding of each person's unique circumstances paves the way for effective interventions and empowerment.

There is no cookie-cutter solution to underachievement, and this emphasises the need for nuanced approaches that respect and account for the individual differences at play.

From limited educational opportunities to parental pressures, the factors influencing student underachievement are as diverse as the individual students themselves.

Tailored support is the cornerstone of addressing underachievement, acknowledging that the roots of each person's struggle are deeply embedded in their distinct circumstances.

Empowerment unleashes the potential within underachievers by providing a roadmap for self-discovery, collaborative planning, and access to the tools and resources essential for transformative growth.

The Empowerment Triad is a comprehensive approach that entails fostering awareness, collaborative action planning, and providing essential tools and resources, equipping them with the tools for self-directed success.

Empowering underachieving individuals is a dynamic process, involving a deep dive into their strengths, weaknesses, motivations, goals and values.

Empowering underachieving persons entails working alongside them, nurturing their skills and confidence, and unlocking the potential for them to take charge of their lives and aspirations.

Empowerment can close the gap between underachievers’ performance and their potential, providing the tools needed to overcome obstacles and seize opportunities to reach their potential.

Empowerment is a process of transformation, involving a deep understanding of underachievers' unique qualities, collaborative planning, and the provision of essential tools to navigate their journey towards success.

Empowering underachieving persons thrives on understanding, collaboration, and equipping them with the knowledge and tools to shape their destinies.

In empowering underachieving persons, identifying their strengths and weaknesses, setting meaningful goals, and providing resources is necessary for their success.

Collaborative learning transforms underachieving students into active participants, fostering a sense of community and shared success.

It is important to encourage autonomy in underachievers so they can take charge of their growth and development.

Empowerment programs are transformative programs that not only changes lives but have the power to shape a brighter future for entire communities.

A relapse in underachievement can be triggered by new challenges or setbacks; addressing underlying issues is crucial to fortify against these obstacles.

Empowering underachievers is an ongoing journey, not a one-time fix; it requires consistent effort to prevent setbacks and ensure lasting success.

In empowering underachieving persons, goal setting is the roadmap, feedback is the fuel, and giving them autonomy is the vehicle that drives them towards success.

To ensure sustainable empowerment, it's essential to address the root causes of underachievement, whether they are motivation or emotional factors, learning sources, or external factors.

Identifying the covert factors hindering an underachieving person’s success is the first step to helping them breaking free from the chains of underachievement and paving the way for a brighter future.

An underachiever's potential is the unexplored landscape within; with the compass of encouragement and the map of self-belief, they can embark on a journey of self-discovery.

The prevailing number of students performing below proficient levels signals a pressing need for addressing underachievement to ensure a brighter, more equitable future.

Educational disparities and economic challenges are fuelled by the prevalence of underachievement, perpetuating social inequities and hindering the progress of individuals and communities.

Empowerment specialists play a crucial role in bridging the underachievement gap, ensuring everyone, regardless of background, has access to the resources needed for success.

The roots of underachievement often trace back to a lack of support, where the absence of encouragement from parents, teachers, or friends becomes an excuse for not realizing one's full potential.

In the face of underachievement, there's a call for empowerment specialists and stakeholders to collaborate, promoting innovation and inclusivity for a society that thrives on the collective success of its individuals.

The scars of put-downs and constant criticism can deeply impact an individual's self-esteem, casting a long shadow on their confidence and contributing to underachievement.

A lack of motivation or visible disinterest in tasks that align with an individual's capabilities may be a key indicator of underachievement.

Low grades or consistently below-par performance can serve as a glaring signal, pointing towards the possibility of student underachievement.