8 Catherine the Great Quotes to Inspire Every Woman

She oversaw the defeat of the Ottoman Empire and the subsequent expansion of Russia. She founded the first Russian bank to use paper money and a school for girls. According to History of Russia, Catherine the Great’s reign over Russia is widely considered a time of prosperity and enlightenment.

Why should you care? Because these eight epic Catherine the Great quotes can give you the inspiration you need to rule your own world!

1 I praise loudly. I blame softly.

This is how to rule like a lady, told by one of the greatest female leaders in history.

2 A great wind is blowing, and that gives you either imagination or a headache.

As Psychology Today explains, “great wind,” or change, often carries a negative association. This could be because in ancient times, change threatened one’s survival and triggered the “fight or flight” response. But Catherine knew the truth – change can be a headache or an opportunity. You decide!

3 I may be kindly, I am ordinarily gentle, but in my line of business I am obliged to will terribly what I will at all.

Sometimes #WomenThatDo can’t do everything politely.

4 Men make love more intensely at 20, but make love better, however, at 30.

Articles have already proved that being an “old maid” is an archaic worry. Diane Keaton, Oprah and Mindy Kaling are just a few of the many women who’ve rejected marriage. According to Catherine, there might be a few benefits of waiting for other romantic activities too …

5 I am one of the people who love the why of things.

Don’t be afraid to question things – especially the status quo.

6 Your wit makes others witty.

Just another reason that women should embrace supportive attitudes like those suggested in Sophia Nelson’s book, “The Woman’s Code.” Why waste time tearing fellow women down when you can build each other up instead?

7 In my position, you have to read when you want to write and talk when you would like to read.

Being the boss has its hardships.

8 I beg you to take courage; the brave soul can mend even disaster.

If you are brave enough to work hard and take chances, success can be yours.