11 Quotes Which Will Inspire You To Become Financially Independent

Financial Independence for women : In the Indian context, men are respected for one so-called reason, for being the sole bread earners of their family. Even though in reality, it is the women of the family who support men and their professional obligations by running the household smoothly, their position is considered to be inferior as they are not in control of their own finances.

The women who are financially independent in life are in control of their overall decisions which may boil down to finances ultimately, experience respect and freedom in society. Hence, unarguably financial independence for a woman is probably the first thing she must think about. We have got you the best quotes by financially independent women who wouldn't disappoint you. Read on to be inspired to take control of your finances-

1. Financial Independence is paramount - Priyanka Chopra Jonas

While talking about her education of finance given by her mother, global star, Priyanka Chopra Jonas said in an interview, "Financial independence is paramount. My mom always says that when a woman is financially independent, she has the ability to live life on her own terms. I think that was the soundest advice that I ever got. No matter where you go in life or who you get married to, you have to be financially independent — whether you use it or not."

2. Money is only a tool - Author Ayn Rand

The book which is seen as the bible of architecture by many, The Fountainhead was written by a woman and a great author of a man's time, Ayn Rand. Rand said something very important about financial independence in a woman's life. She said that money is merely a tool. Money can take you where you wish. But the tool can never replace the driver. Similarly, money can never be in control, you must.

3. Power is not given to you. You must take it - Beyonce

Be it the power of being in control of your finances or your life, it will not be spoon-fed to you. One must step up and take the steering wheel by themselves. Hence rightly said by Beyonce, you must take the power yourself.

4. A woman's best protection is the little money of her own - Clare Booth Luce

The US ambassador and American author, Clare Booth Luce once stated that the money that a woman owns is her best protection. Which is true in the current context. Sure they may say that money can buy you happiness. But money can surely buy you the things that make you happy.

5. Women belong in all places where decisions are being made - Ruth Badger Ginsburg

Ruth Badger Ginsburg, Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the US once said that women belong everywhere. She addressed the stereotype that restricts women to the kitchen or just the house. She said that women belong everywhere including the places where the decisions are being made. Be it financial or any other. Women must not become the exception when it comes to decision-making.

6. Financial independence gives you freedom - Deepika Padukone

In an interview when Deepika Padukone was asked about what she feels about being financially independent, she said that it's a different feeling of freedom. Padukone further added that she is not dependent on her parents or any man from a financial point of view. She then concluded by saying that financial independence is a nice feeling.

7. If not me, who? - Emma Watson

Emma Watson in an interview had said something that applies to financial independence very accurately. If it's not you who is in control of the finances then who is it that's driving your life? Only you must be in control of your finances after all it's your life. If not you, then who?

8. Liberty for a woman comes from the ability to make financial decisions for her life - Reema Bint Bandar Al Saud

Reema Bint Bandar Al Saud, who is the Saudi Arabian ambassador to the US, said that liberty comes in the woman's life when she makes her financial decisions. She also said that taking control of one's finances is not a high-tech solution. It is a low-tech solution to a low-tech problem, Bandar further added. But this one solution has a huge impact according to Bandar.

9. The role of a financially independent mom in a child's life by Reema Bint Bandar Al Saud

Saudi Arabian ambassador to the US, Reema Bint Bandar Al Saud is not done yet. She shared something very important that impacts the child's life and upbringing. Reema Bint Bandar Al Saud says, "A woman that makes a logical and rational financial decision is a woman who raises a son that expects women to enter the workforce; is a woman who raises a daughter who recognises her place in the future."

10. Beyonce speaks up on Financial Independence

Probably the best quote of the whole article is Beyonce pointing the truth out with accuracy. She has very skillfully with the best example demonstrated how money gives the power to men to define what they want to be true. Be it the meaning of freedom and independence or social stereotypes. They are all set of men who are in financial power. This quote very accurately defines why women must be independent of anyone when it comes to finances.

Beyonce said, "I truly believe that women should be financially independent of their men. And, let’s face it, money gives men the power to run the show. It gives men the power to define value. They define what’s sexy. And, men define what’s feminine. It’s ridiculous."

You are your own person and standing freely on your feet is your primary goal. So dream about financial independence for life and not just a single wedding day. Remember to be self-sufficient and earn your own money. And educate yourself well to invest in the right places. The most important thing, you must tell yourself is, your money is your money and you are not obliged to spend it on anyone. So save for yourself.

11. Shaili Chopra, founder of SheThePeople and champion of women's money rights

Financial independence is the first step towards seeking gender equality, says Chopra who has been a very big advocate of women leading their own financial decisions. "I believe every woman should seek to have a career for her financial freedom. We often discourage women from talking money because 'oh god, how can women be so money-minded?'. It's high time we change that."