The strength of a woman is not measured by the impact that all her hardships in life have had on her; but the strength of a woman is measured by the extent of her refusal to allow those hardships to dictate her and who she becomes. -- C. JoyBell C.

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It’s hard to fight when the fight ain’t fair. — Taylor Swift

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If it is important to you, you will find a way. If not, you’ll find an excuse. — Ryan Blair

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We all fight a fight nobody knows about. — Jordin Tootoo, former professional hockey player

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Don't let anyone speak for you, and don't rely on others to fight for you.

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Do not allow people to dim your shine because they are blinded. Tell them to put some sunglasses on. — Lady Gaga

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Language is courage: the ability to conceive a thought, to speak it, and by doing so to make it true.

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When women and girls rise, their communities and their countries rise with them

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I just want you to know that if you are out there and you are being really hard on yourself right now for something that has happened ... it's normal. That is what is going to happen to you in life. No one gets through unscathed. We are all going to have a few scratches on us. Please be kind to yourselves and stand up for yourself, please. — Taylor Swift

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I don’t think you should wait. I think you should speak now. — Taylor Swift

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