Sushmita Sen quotes are the perfect guide for every strong and independent woman, who is striving hard to not live life as per social norms.
Be it her professional or personal life, Sushmita Sen has always inspired us to live life on our own terms. Through her life choices, she has time and again proven to be just the right kind of inspiration that our women need.Â
She has broken many stereotypes to ensure that her life isn’t dictated by society. Her inspiring story paves the way for many women to follow their hearts and being the boss of their own lives.
Here are a few of Sushmita Sen quotes, that we feel capture the perfect life lessons for any woman aspiring to live life on her own terms.
#1: On being Intimidating:
“I’m told I intimidate men. But that’s never my intention.” ~Sushmita Sen
#2: On being Satisfied:
“I am a very content person, but I’m never satisfied and that drives me.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#3: On Achievements:
“Things happen to people who believe. If you believe something long enough, it becomes a fact.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#4: On being a Friend:
“Nurture friendships, honor your words.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#5: On Dreams:
“Remember your dreams. Do one thing every day that scares you.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#6: On Knowledge:
“Arm yourself with the knowledge it’ll be your greatest strength one day.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#7: On being Unique:
“Carve your own way, choose not to drift along.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#8: On being a Fighter:
“The only way to go beyond things is to go through them.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#9: On Working Hard:
“Work hard…Command Results, Demand Nothing.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#10: On Taking Our Own Decisions:
“The world would be a better place if the woman decides what she wants for herself.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#11: On Sacrifice & Compromise:
“I don’t like the word ‘sacrifice’ or ‘compromise’. Anyone who is too into this sacrificing concept has very low self-esteem because they want to be martyrs at the drop of a hat. No! stand up for yourself.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#12: On Sacrifices for Kids:
“The good thing is that I have never made sacrifices for my children. Because when you put sacrifices as an element, you tend to let the child feel the pressure of ‘I did this for you’.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#13: On being a Wife:
“I love my father. He once told someone – “Please look at my daughter. Do you think I’ve raised her in a way that her only identity is to be someone’s wife?” ~ Sushmita Sen
#14: On being a Woman:
“Being a woman is God’s gift that all of us must appreciate.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#15: On Objectification of Women:
“She” we celebrate “she” we do not objectify! ~ Sushmita Sen
#16: On being a Mother:
“Just because a woman gives birth to a child that doesn’t make her a mother. How she raises one. makes one.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#17: On being Selfish:
“Everything begins and ends with us in very many ways. And being a little selfish is not a bad thing. Denying you’re, is.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#18: On celebrating Your Own Self:
“Celebrating ‘You’ has to come from you first. Why wait for someone else to celebrate you.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#19: On being Beautiful:
“Beauty to me is God’s handwriting. It’s who you are. Your sex appeal lies in who you are as a package. I don’t want to look at you and go ‘wow’ and then be totally put off when you open your mouth.” ~ Sushmita Sen
#20: On being Unique:
“We are always told ‘This is the right age to get married. This is the right age to have children. This is the right age to retire.’ I wanted to take life at my own clock because everybody is unique.” ~ Sushmita Sen
At IFORHER, we are in awe of Sushmita Sen quotes as she captures the strength of “being a woman” so beautifully. We wish her luck and loads of love for the future. Hope she’ll keep inspiring us!
