She was elegant, kind, and real--and she's still revered today as a film icon. Audrey never ceases to be an inspiration to me, so here's 6 Hepburn Quotes to keep in the back of your mind as you go through life.
1. Fairy-Tales
"If I'm honest I have to tell you I still read fairy-tales and I like them best of all."
While this one may seem a little silly, I love this quote. It's easy to get caught up in life and to forget that you're allowed to be a little childish once in awhile. So go ahead, watch that Disney movie. Throw in a bowl of ice cream or a sweet treat while you're at it--you deserve it.
2. Beauty
"For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others; for beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness; and for poise, walk with the knowledge that you are never alone."
Okay, if this isn't some bomb beauty advice, I don't know what is. Take notes Cosmo: be optimistic, be kind, and know you're loved. Harder said than done maybe, but it sure beats that hour-long morning routine.
3. Impossibility
"Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible!'"
Sometimes you just need a little reminder that you can do it, no matter how hard it is.
4. Helping Others
"As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others."
While she was beautiful and no doubt a talented actress, Audrey Hepburn was also an active humanitarian. Throughout her childhood, she helped fund the Resistance in WWII even though her parents were Nazi sympathizers, and after her film career continued her work with UNICEF. Beauty is great, but what is beauty without kindness?
5. Time for Yourself
"I have to be alone very often. I'd be quite happy if I spent from Saturday night until Monday morning alone in my apartment. That's how I refuel."
Believe it or not, it's okay to need time to yourself; we all do once in awhile. I love that she just acknowledges it for what it is.
6. . . .Everything Else
"I believe in pink. I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner. I believe in kissing, kissing a lot. I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong. I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day and I believe in miracles."
This is probably one of her most famous quotes. Do I even need to explain why? It's so positive it's hard not to feel happy reading it. Remember to appreciate the good things in life, no matter how small--from a kiss, to a laugh, to your favorite color.
