Olivia Pope is notably one of the most iconic female TV characters in history. As a Washington, D.C. crisis manager, her job truly never ends. Despite this, she ends up handling life better than all of us with some bold life mottos. If you ever need empowering inspiration, Olivia Pope shares only the wisest of words.

"My white hat is bigger than your white hat."

Nothing wrong with a little healthy competition!

"I'm never out of options."

No matter what life throws her way, she always has a plan.

"I'm scared."

Olivia rarely expresses vulnerability as she likes to maintain the status of an indestructibly strong and fearless woman. However, she reminds us that it is okay to let our guards down and admit our true feelings.

" If you want me, earn me!"

She knows her worth and sets the example that women are not a prize to be won, but instead respectable individuals who deserve to be treated as equals to men.

"I want painful, difficult, devastating, life-changing, extraordinary love."

Olitz has to be the most complicated relationship in the whole entire world. However, Olivia and Fitz demonstrate that true love and relationships take determination, sacrifice, and loyalty.

"Don't you worry 'bout a thing."

This is by far one of the most memorable Scandal scenes as Liv finally lets loose, and chooses herself. Choosing yourself and ensuring your personal well being only enhances your overall confidence and self-love.

"It's handled."

Olivia knows there is no one else in D.C. who excels at her job as well as she does. Her character embodies a smart, bold, and courageous woman who serves as a role model to us all.