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Inspiring quotes for International Women's Day

To celebrate International Women's Day we've gathered together some of the most inspiring quotes from women. Empowering, insightful and wise, words to live by
By Victoria Crowe
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Show courage

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A courageous woman is a force to be reckoned with

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Be strong

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Weaknesses don't make you a weak person
 
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Happiness

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Make the most of what you have, not what you think you should have
 
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Be yourself

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Be who you want to be, not who you think you should be
 
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5

Embrace change

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Tackle challenges head on and use change to develop

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Live your own life

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The key to success is belief in yourself
 
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7

Laugh

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Always take the time to laugh and smile

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Believe in yourself

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Make the most of who you are - no compromises!
 
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Rise above

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Help others

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Even the smallest gestures can make a difference
 
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Be patient

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The truth can hurt, but it's never better to live a lie
 
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Embrace your age

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Embrace new opportunities, whatever your age
 
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13

Value your gifts

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There are no virtues that make you more or less feminine
 
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14

Be extraordinary

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When you are strong, you can nurture others

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Create your own style

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Don't let convention dicate how you should look
 
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Never give up

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Don't procrastinate
 
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Live your dreams

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If you can imagine something is possible, it can be
 
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Stand up

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Stand up for yourself and stay strong
 
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