10 inspiring quotes from the world's most famous women.

Former Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir once said: "Whether women are better than men, I cannot say - but I can say they are certainly no worse."

The whole world is moving towards equality. Women's rights, responsibilities, and status in society are gradually returning to equal standing with men. Not only in politics, but today's women are able to take control, strive for education, build their own companies while still ensuring they care for their families and children. Many women now become leaders, managing hundreds or thousands of people in businesses, serving as pillars in formulating strategies and planning. Many women have also become highly influential figures in society and are gradually contributing to world peace.

In the list below, let's take a look at some inspiring quotes from 10 of the many women who have made and continue to make their mark on world history. You're sure to learn a great deal from their steely resolve and intelligence.

1. Eleanor Roosevelt

Eleanor Roosevelt was the wife of U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt and is considered one of the most accomplished women in American history as a humanitarian and professional social activist. She was known for her dynamism, her active involvement in the plight of the poor, and her advocacy for groups denied human rights, including African Americans and Asian Americans.

"Well-behaved women rarely make history."

Eleanor Roosevelt

2. Malala Yousafzai

Malala Yousafzai was born and raised in Swat District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Pakistan, to a Sunni Muslim Pastun family. She became involved in social activism for children's rights from a very young age. At 11 years old, she became the central figure in a documentary when she delivered a powerful speech condemning the Taliban's closure of a girls' school in the Swat Valley. In 2014, Malala Yousafzai (then 17 years old) received the Nobel Peace Prize, becoming the youngest Nobel laureate and the second Pakistani citizen to receive one.

"One child, one teacher, one book, and one pen can change the world. Education is the only solution."

Little girl Malala Yousafzai

3. Aung San Suu Kyi

Aung San Suu Kyi was born on June 19, 1945, in Rangoon (now Yangon). She is the daughter of Myanmar hero General Aung San , who founded the modern Myanmar army and negotiated Myanmar's independence from Britain in 1947. Aung San Suu Kyi, the leader of Myanmar's opposition party, has long been a symbol of the peaceful struggle against the military government, having been under house arrest for 15 years.

"You should never let your fears prevent you from doing what you know is right" – Never let your fears stop you from doing what you know is right.

Ms. Aung San Suu Kyi

4. JK Rowling

J.K. Rowling (born July 31, 1965) is an English author and the creator of the Harry Potter novels – one of the most popular wizarding stories of all time. Before becoming the world's admired figure she is today, she was once a poor woman abandoned by her husband, spending her days hunched over her writing desk to earn every penny to support her children. She confided, "I myself was once a failure. But you can't live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you can consider yourself not to have lived at all. In that case, your whole life would be a failure."

"Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life" – The rock at the bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.

Author J.K. Rowling

5. Simone De Beauvoir

Simone de Beauvoir was a French writer, philosopher, and women's rights activist. Her influence on the women's movement was so great that even French President François Mitterrand praised her as "one of the masterful cultural figures, a pioneer who opened the way for her time. Her life, her writings, and her struggles have raised the awareness of all men and women in France and throughout the world." She is still regarded as a socio-political activist who transformed the political and intellectual lives of Western women in the 20th century.

"One is not born a woman, one becomes one" – A person is not born to be a woman, but to become a woman.

Mrs. Simone De Beauvoir

6. Mother Teresa

Mother Teresa was an Albanian Roman Catholic nun and the founder of the Missionaries of Charity , who helped the poor on the streets of Calcutta in the 1950s. This order later spread throughout the world. In 1979, Mother Teresa was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in honor of her humanitarian work.

"I alone cannot change the world. But I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples."

Mother Teresa

7. Margaret Thatcher

Margaret Thatcher , the "Iron Lady," was the first and only woman to become Prime Minister of Britain, and also the longest-serving in that position during the 20th century. Her time in power in Britain can be summarized by "Thatcherism," a term used to describe policies that her supporters believed promoted individual liberty and dismantled the class divisions that had divided Britain for centuries.

"In politics, if you want anything said, ask a man. If you want anything done, ask a woman."

Margaret Thatcher

8. Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen , whose full name is Ellen Lee DeGeneres, was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Her television show, the Ellen Talk Show , is a phenomenon in American television. The show has aired for 10 seasons and attracts approximately 3 million viewers per episode. Since its inception, the show has won one Emmy Award and 13 Daytime Emmy Awards in categories such as Best Television Program, Best Host, Best Script, etc. In addition, she has won 11 audience-voted awards, including Funniest Female Comedian, Favorite Host, and the Teen Choice Award. With her induction into the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 4, 2009, Ellen became the number one most powerful openly gay celebrity in America.

"Beauty is about being comfortable in your own skin. It's about knowing and accepting who you are."

Ellen DeGeneres

9. Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama was born on January 17, 1964, in South Side, Chicago. She is the wife of U.S. President Barack Obama and was ranked among the top 10 most powerful women in the world in 2015 by Forbes magazine . First Lady Michelle Obama is always considered a crucial figure, having the greatest influence on President Barack Obama's career. When discussing the success of the first African-American leader of the United States, one cannot ignore Mrs. Obama – often described as Barack Obama's "secret weapon."

"Success isn't about how your life compares to others, but about how meaningful it is to you. A successful person isn't about impressing anyone, but about inspiring those around them, and that's who we truly are. That means looking within yourself and being honest about what you enjoy doing. You'll never be happy chasing someone else's definition of success. Success is only meaningful and enjoyable when it's your own way."

Mrs. Michelle Obama

10. Oprah Winfrey

Oprah Winfrey was born on January 29, 1954, the eldest daughter of a teenage couple who were not married, in Kosciusko, Mississippi. Oprah grew up in a Baptist family with her mother, Vernita Lee, and her father, Vernon Winfrey. The queen of talk shows, the media mogul , and the humanitarian – these are the names that come to mind when talking about Oprah Winfrey. This woman not only symbolizes the power of women in American entertainment but also represents relentless ambition and extraordinary effort. Speaking about Oprah Winfrey, the editor-in-chief of Seventeen magazine, Atoosa Rubenstein, said: "Oprah is the kind of person who, once she's successful, shares it with those around her who need it most. That's why she's a hero in my eyes and in everyone's, a great role model."

"Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness."

Oprah Winfrey

What can you learn from these ordinary yet extraordinary people?