70 Quotes From Resilient Black Women to Keep You Going

We have gathered 70 inspiring quotes from all kinds of amazing Black women. Politicians, singers, actresses writers, models, and even athletes are all included and all of them have amazing advice for women.

These quotes can boost the spirits of everyone regardless of the color they’re. They cover themes of self-esteem, empowerment family, love work, and so on. They’re all talented and amazing in their own ways. It can be enjoyable to gain guidance or inspiration from people who we consider to be successful. I’m sure everyone will discover some quotes or two this article to make them smile.

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70 Inspiring Quotes by Strong Black Women

“Anytime you get more than a couple of Black women together, you’re creating this powerful mechanism for change.” – Kimberly Bryant

“Deal with yourself as an individual worthy of respect, and make everyone else deal with you the same way.” – Nikki Giovanni

“Freeing yourself was one thing, claiming ownership of that freed self was another.” – Toni Morrison

“A wise woman wishes to be no one’s enemy; a wise woman refuses to be anyone’s victim.” – Maya Angelou

“You know, you do need mentors, but in the end, you really just need to believe in yourself.” – Diana Ross

“I didn’t learn to be quiet when I had an opinion. The reason they knew who I was is because I told them.”-Ursula Burns

“You have to believe in yourself when no one else does.” – Serena Williams

“It was when I realized I needed to stop trying to be somebody else and be myself, I actually started to own, accept and love what I had.” – Tracee Ellis Ross

“Embrace what makes you unique, even if it makes others uncomfortable. I didn’t have to become perfect because I’ve learned throughout my journey that perfection is the enemy of greatness.” – Janelle Monae

“I don’t have any time to stay up all night worrying about what someone who doesn’t love me has to say about me.” – Viola Davis

“The success of every woman should be an inspiration to another. We should raise each other up. Make sure you’re courageous, be strong, be extremely kind, and above all, be humble.”- Serena Williams

“Black women can do anything. We have proven that time and time and time again.” -Tarana Burke

“When you take care of yourself, you’re a better person for others. When you feel good about yourself, you treat others better.”- Solange Knowles

“Give light and people will find the way.”- Ella Baker

“Even if it makes others uncomfortable, I will love who I am.” – Janelle Monáe

“It’s not the load that breaks you down; it’s the way you carry it.” – Lena Horne, Dancer

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

“You are on the eve of a complete victory. You can’t go wrong. The world is behind you.” – Josephine Baker

“Women and girls can do whatever they want. There is no limit to what we as women can accomplish.” – Michelle Obama

“My mother did not raise me to ask for permission to lead.” – Ayanna Pressley

“Your willingness to look at your darkness is what empowers you to change.”- Iyanla Vanzant

“You can be the lead in your own life.” – Kerry Washington

“I’d rather regret the risks that didn’t work out than the chances I didn’t take at all.” – Simone Biles

“Instead of looking at the past, I put myself ahead twenty years and try to look at what I need to do now in order to get there then.” – Diana Ross

“I thrive on obstacles. If I’m told that it can’t be told, then I push harder.” – Issa Rae

“You’ve just got to follow your own path. You have to trust your heart and you have to listen to the warnings.” – Chaka Khan

“You don’t make progress by standing on the sidelines, whimpering and complaining. You make progress by implementing ideas.” – Shirley Chisolm, Politician; First African American woman nominated for President

“I have standards I don’t plan on lowering for anybody…including myself.” – Zendaya

“I am a strong woman with or without this other person, with or without this job, and with or without these tight pants.” – Queen Latifah

“I have chosen to no longer be apologetic for my femaleness and my femininity. And I want to be respected in all of my femaleness because I deserve to be.” – Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

“Your willingness to look at your darkness is what empowers you to change.” – Lyanla Vanzant

“No matter where life takes me there will always be someone who’s threatened by it.” – Franchesca Ramsey

“Black women ain’t bitter. They are just tired of being expected to settle for less.” – Issa Rae

“The woman who doesn’t require validation from anyone is the most feared individual on the planet.” – Mohadesa Najumi

“Success is, liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it.” – Maya Angelou

Don’t sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them.” – Madam C.J. Walker, Entrepreneur

“The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” – Alice Walker

“The way we think of ourselves has everything to do with how the world sees us and how we see ourselves successfully acknowledged by the world.” – Arlene Rankin

“I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.” – Rosa Parks, Civil Rights Activist

“A crown, if it hurts us, is not worth wearing.” – Pearl Bailey

“When I dare to be powerful – to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.” – Audre Lorde, Writer, Feminist, Womanist, Librarian, and Civil Rights Activist

“Don’t settle for average. Bring your best to the moment. Then, whether it fails or succeeds, at least you know you gave all you had. We need to live the best that’s in us.” – Angela Bassett, Actress

“No matter where you are from, your dreams are valid.” – Lupita Nyong’o

“I was once afraid of people saying, “Who does she think she is?” Now, I have the courage to stand and say, this is who I am.” – Oprah Winfrey

“You are your best thing.” – Toni Morrison

“Your voice has great power; don’t be afraid to utilize it when needed. You’re not an angry black woman; you’re a woman who has something important to say. Your voice matters, and so do you.” – Stephanie Lahart

“If you’re always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be.” -Maya Angelou

“I realized that I don’t have to be perfect. All I have to do is show up and enjoy the messy, imperfect, and beautiful journey of my life.” – Kerry Washington, Actress, Producer, and Director

“Don’t wait until you’ve reached your goal to be proud of yourself. Be proud of every step you take toward reaching that goal.” – Simone Biles, Artistic gymnast

“Where there is no struggle, there is no strength.” – Oprah Winfrey

“I’m convinced that we Black women possess a special indestructible strength that allows us to not only get down, but to get up, to get through, and to get over.” – Janet Jackson

“Trust yourself. Think for yourself. Act for yourself. Speak for yourself. Be yourself. Imitation is suicide.” – Marva Collins

“I don’t have to go around trying to save everybody anymore; that’s not my job.” – Jada Pinkett Smith

“As you become more clear about who you really are, you’ll be better able to decide what is best for you – the first time around.” – Oprah Winfrey

“I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change. I am changing the things I cannot accept.” – Angela Davis

“I did my best, and God did the rest.” – Hattie McDaniel

“Never limit yourself because of others’ limited imagination; never limit others because of your own limited imagination.” – Dr. Mae Jemison

“It’s time for you to move, realizing that the thing you are seeking is also seeking you.” – Iyanla Vanzant

“If you prioritize yourself, you are going to save yourself.” – Gabrielle Union

“You can fall, but you can rise also.” – Angelique Kidjo

“Life is short, and it’s up to you to make it sweet.” – Sadie Delany

“Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.”  – Oprah Winfrey

“There’s always something to suggest that you’ll never be who you wanted to be. Your choice is to take it or keep on moving.” – Phylicia Rashad

“Don’t wait around for other people to be happy for you. Any happiness you get you’ve got to make yourself.”- Alice Walker

“Nobody’s free until everybody’s free.” – Fannie Lou Hamer

“Don’t settle for average. Bring your best to the moment. Then, whether it fails or succeeds, at least you know you gave all you had. We need to live the best that’s in us.” – Angela Bassett

“Where there is a woman there is magic.” – Ntozake Shange

“Without justice there can be no love.” – Bell Hooks

“If you are silent about your pain, they’ll kill you and say you enjoyed it.” – Zora Neale Hurston

Conclusion

Whatever your goal you’ll encounter numerous challenges along the journey. The path to reaching your goals won’t be simple. Take each day at each day. Concentrate on what you can accomplish today, and have fun doing it, even if you face some setbacks in the process. When you accept and be grateful for the present circumstances and circumstances, it becomes easier to get the things you desire in life.