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“I always felt that being born female was one of my greatest assets.” – Jane Goodall

“Nothing is more important than how we educate and raise our kids.” – Caroline Kennedy

“A boat is always safe in the harbor, but that’s not what boats were built for.” – Katie Couric

“Look with new eyes and share what we see.” – Geena Davis

“We need to raise male feminists.” – Lisa Ling

“I have to believe there’s a reunion later on – whatever happens. We’ll be together again.” – Elizabeth Edwards

“This is a little intimidating, but I love the smell of estrogen in the afternoon.” – Katie Couric

“I don’t think women need to hate men to get ahead.” – Madeline Albright

“People don’t change their behavior based on what they know or learn, but on what they feel.” – Dr. Oz.

“If women can rise to positions of power and maintain warm-heartedness and compassion, then men should hand power over to them.” – Dalai Lama.

“Be bold, brave, and not afraid of falling on your face and ultimately you will succeed.” – Richard Branson.

“If you stay the course, it brings you back. It’s biblical.” – Annie Leibovitz being interviewed by Katie Couric

“Make your mess your message … Find the message to help others.” – Robin Roberts, co-anchor of Good Morning America, talks about her battle with cancer and inspires the crowd at the Women’s Conference

“It’s more important to do the right thing then to be worried about being popular and invited to the party.” – Eve Ensler

“Be Bold, brave, and not afraid of falling on your face and ultimately you will succeed.” – Richard Branson

“Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken” – Cheryl Saban quoting Oscar Wilde

“You are the only person who can prevent your own happiness.” – Celebrity chef Paula Deen