Marilyn Monroe. One of the most famous names on the planet and undoubtedly one of the most beautiful. Managing to create an image so ingrained into society in only 36 short years, Monroe will forever be remembered. An underrated talent, Marilyn was also a terrific actress cleverly portraying the ditzy blonde that she was actually so far from being. So, to celebrate her fascinating yet so tragic life. Here are 7 of her most inspiring quotes of all time.
Number Seven: On Marilyn
”I’m selfish, impatient, and a little insecure. I make mistakes, I’m out of control, and at times hard to handle. But if you can’t handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell don’t deserve me at my best”. Quickly becoming the mantra of every female. Marilyn couldn’t have put it any better.
Number Six: On Being Successful
”Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world”. Dammit! If we had only known , we would have conquered the world that much sooner!
Number Five: On Who We Are As Human Beings
”We are all of us stars, and we deserve to twinkle”. We all have the right to shine in our own spotlight.
Number Four: On Life
”Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there’s so much to smile about”. In a world with so much hate it is always important to celebrate the things that are going right.
Number Three: On Rules and Regulations
”If I had observed all the rules, I would never have gotten anywhere”. Cheeky chops Marilyn admits it’s OK to cut corners now and again.
Number Two: On Living to Work And Working To Live
“A career is wonderful, but you can’t curl up with it on a cold night.” Proving that although our careers may well important. It is likely not the be all and end all to a happier life.
Number One: On False Wishes
”Wanting to be someone else is a waste of the person you are”. So many times we wish for a better life. Take a moment, look in the mirror and embrace who you really are. You may well be surprised.