Anika Noni Rose Quotes

But I always had the ability to say no. That's how I called my own shots.

I'm in control of myself. I take yes or no from no one.

My advice to women in general: Even if you're doing a nine-to-five job, treat yourself like a boss. Not arrogant, but be sure of what you want - and don't allow people to run anything for you without your knowledge.

I make moves on my terms.

I've learned to really just say no. If I don't want to do something, I won't do it. There's nothing that can make me do anything.

The only power you have is the word no.

No man bosses me around, and no man ever will.

I never allow myself to be pressured.

I'm in control of the positions that I allow myself to be in.

I never do anything that I don't want to do.

Freedom is control in your own life. I have more control now than in the past, and I'm learning the value of saying no. That's very important.

We are no longer puppets being manipulated by outside powerful forces: we become the powerful force ourselves.

Control your own destiny or someone else will.

I know how to stand up for myself. I say no when I want to, yes when I want to, and no one can really change my mind.

I can control my destiny; I control my life.

I am a fiercely independent person, and I am no one's pawn.

I don't allow people's outlook on me dictate what I do in my life and how I live my life.

Decide that you know what you think is good for you and go ahead and do it.

I think I'm in control of what I do and what I've done. I think that's the ultimate feminine power. Do as you want.

I am in charge. I take my own power back.

There's a lot of power in the word 'no,' and a lot of people, like myself, need to know that.

You cannot force me to make my wishes now" She squared her shoulders and looked at him. "I've read texts.

You must always remain master of the situation and do what you please. No school tasks, ah, no! no tasks!

I remain Mistress of mine own self and mine own soul

I'll succeed,' Hazel promised. 'And Hecate? I'm not choosing one of your paths. I'm making my own.