African American Quotes By Famous People

Today, I’m sharing empowerment tips on famous African American quotes.  I have put together a roundup of quotes from various Black History contributors to honor Black History Month.  Their words will inspire, encourage, and hopefully nudge you to take action to make your dreams come true.

I have quotes from Michael Jordan, Michelle Obama, Martin Luther King Jr. and more.  Lets get inspired.

 

 

famous African American Quotes

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Famous African American Quotes:

 

Black History Month Quotes

 

 

“You must never be fearful about what you’re doing when it’s right.” – Rosa Parks

“The more you know your history, the more liberated you are.” – Maya Angelou

“I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life.  And, that is why I succeed.  – Michael Jordan

“In the end we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

“Only a fool will let his enemy teach his children.” – Malcolm X

“Character Is Power.” – Booker T. Washington

 

 

 

famous African American Quotes

 

 

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela

“Our crowns have been bought and paid for.  All we have to do is put them on our heads.” – James Baldwin

“Without education, you not going anywhere in this world.” – Malcolm X

 

 

 

Famous African American Quotes

 

 

 

“Challenges make your discover things about yourself that you never really knew.” – Cicely Tyson

“I never lose, I either win or learn.” – Nelson Mandela

“Intelligence plus character, that is the true goal of true education.” – Martin Luther King Jr.

 

 

 

Black History Month

 

 

 

“If you are afraid to use your voice, give up your seat at the table.” – Michelle Obama

“You have to learn to get up from the table when love is no longer being served.” – Nina Simone

“The soul that is within me no man can degrade.” – Frederick Douglas

“No person is your friend who demands your silence or denies your right to grow.” – Alice Walker

“He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.” – Muhammad Ali

 

I hope you enjoy these Famous African American Quotes, and you will find inspiration in them throughout the year.

 

 

 

Assertiveness Quotes to Empower Women

Do you struggle with asserting yourself?  Finding a balance between being assertive and not being aggressive can be tricky.  Being assertive means being able to say no without feeling guilty.  It requires you to get a backbone and stop allowing others to intrude on you and enter your personal space.  Today, I’m sharing tips to empower yourself  with assertiveness quotes

 

 

quotes for women

“If you behave like a doormat, expect to be stepped on and don’t complain about it.”
Suzette Haden Elgin

“I’m a woman / Phenomenally. / Phenomenal woman, / That’s me.”
Maya Angelou

“The minute you settle for less than you deserve, you get even less than you settled for.”
Maureen Dowd

“The basic difference between being assertive and being aggressive is how our words and behavior affect the rights and well being of others.”
Sharon Anthony Bower

“Too many of us fail to fulfill our needs because we say no rather than yes, yes when we should say no.”
William Glasser

“Every time we speak, we choose and use one of four basic communication styles: assertive, aggressive, passive and passive-aggressive.”
Jim Rohn

“My theory is that if you look confident you can pull off anything – even if you have no clue what you’re doing.”
Jessica Alba

 

assertiveness tips

 

 

 

“Those are my principles, and if you don’t like them… well, I have others.”
Groucho Marx

“You create your opportunities by asking for them.”
Patty Hansen

“It takes a great deal of bravery to stand up to our enemies, but just as much to stand up to our friends.”
J. K. Rowling

“Like what you do, and then you will do your best. ”
Katherine Johnson

 

 

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“The duty we owe ourselves is greater than that we owe others.”
Louisa May Alcott

“If you don’t have a seat at the table, you’re probably on the menu.”
Elizabeth Warren

“I encourage people to remember that “no” is a complete sentence.”
Gavin de Becker

“When fools come for a piece of you with their shenanigans and tomfoolery let them come. However, remember to give them enough that they won’t ask for seconds.”
Donavan Nelson Butler

 

Most importantly, think about these assertiveness quotes and start asserting yourself.   It will change your relationships and raise your confidence and self-esteem.

 

 

 

 

Penny Embellished Picture Frame

penny embellished frame

Looking for a unique gift for a friend.  Try making this penny embellished picture frame.  You can use it to frame a picture or a printable.  It’s unique and budget friendly too.  So, pick up a gold frame from the Dollar Tree or your favorite dollar store, and let the fun begin.

You will need the following items:

  • Gold Frame (I used a 4 x 6)
  • Glue gun
  • New pennies
  • Wet cloth

 

 

A 4 x 6 frame uses approximately 32 pennies.  The size of your frame will determine the number of pennies needed. I started at the bottom and moved around the frame.  Ensure the pennies are heads up and fairly new.  After all, if you will be giving it as a gift you want the frame to shine.

First, remove the paper from the picture frame and replace it with one of the quotes. You will one to complete this step first.  Trying to insert your quote after the pennies have been glued to the frame can be difficult.  The pennies have a tendencies to fall off if you place the frame face down.

Check out our quotes and feel free to download one for your frame.  I didn’t include a border because I didn’t want to distract from the frame once the quote was added.  Sometimes less is more.

penny quotes

 

Place a dab of glue on the back of each penny, and press it on the frame.  I found that the hot glue held the pennies in place better than the Elmer’s glue.  If your children will be working on the frame, Elmer’s glue may be better.

However, don’t place a large amount of glue on the pennies.  Pressure will cause the glue to spread, so you don’t want an excessive amount on the pennies.  Position the penny on the frame.  Wipe any glue mishaps before it dries.  Cover the entire frame with pennies.

penny embellished frame

 

 

Last, once the pennies have been added, allow the frame to set overnight to ensure the pennies are not disturbed.  We hope you like our embellished picture frame.  Finally, use your penny stash and a dollar frame to create this awesome gift.

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