Top 20 Most Inspiring Angelina Jolie Quotes
If we were to describe Angelina Jolie in one word, it would surely be “compassionate”. The beautiful mother of 6 children (three of whom were adopted) is very involved in a number of humanitarian missions around the world. She’s received Global Humanitarian Action Award from the UN for her involvement on behalf of refugee rights and her ability to draw attention to global issues. With all that going on we tend to forget that Angelina Jolie is also an established actress. She is the winner of three Golden Globes, two Screen Actors Guild Awards and an Oscar. Women admire Jolie while men fantasize about her. It isn't so much her accomplishments that impress us, but how she has matured into a role model for how you can live a dream life while still devoting yourself to helping others.
Here are Angeline Jolie's top 20 most inspiring quotes that will energize you to reach for your dreams while also being open to helping others in the process.
“Life comes with many challenges. The ones that should not scare us are the ones we can take on and take control of.”― Angelina Jolie
“Without pain, there would be no suffering. Without suffering, we would never learn from our mistakes. To make it right, pain and suffering is the key to all windows, without it, there is no way of life.”― Angelina Jolie
“If you don't get out of the box you've been raised in, you won't understand how much bigger the world is.”― Angelina Jolie
“The truth is I love being alive. And I love feeling free. So if I can't have those things then I feel like a caged animal and I'd rather not be in a cage. I'd rather be dead.”― Angelina Jolie
“I've been reckless, but I'm not a rebel without a cause.”― Angelina Jolie
“We come to love not by finding the perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly.”― Angelina Jolie
“If you ask people what they've always wanted to do, most people haven't done it. That breaks my heart.”― Angelina Jolie
“What nourishes me also destroys me”― Angelina Jolie
“We have a choice about how we take what happens to us in our life and whether or not we allow it to turn us. We can become consumed by hate and darkness, or we're able to regain our humanity somehow, or come to terms with things and learn something about ourselves.”― Angelina Jolie
“People say that you're going the wrong way when it's simply a way of your own.”― Angelina Jolie
“Anytime I feel lost, I pull out a map and stare. I stare until I have reminded myself that life is a giant adventure, so much to do, to see.”― Angelina Jolie
“If I make a fool of myself, who cares? I'm not frightened by anyone's perception of me.”― Angelina Jolie
“When I met survivors of war and famine and rape, I learned what life is like for most people in this world and how fortunate I was, I realized how sheltered I have been. And I was determined never to be that way again.”― Angelina Jolie
“You think, 'What if I make a mistake today, I'll regret it'. I don’t believe in regret, I feel everything leads us to where we are and we have to just jump forward, mean well, commit and just see what happens.”― Angelina Jolie
“If I think more about death than some other people, it is probably because I love life more than they do.”― Angelina Jolie
“I will do the best I can with this life, to be of use.”― Angelina Jolie
“I used to think I was unstable because I had this thirst for something. I could never figure out what it was. I couldn’t sleep at night, and I always wanted to be somewhere else. I always saw myself, wherever I was in life, staring out the window.”― Angelina Jolie
“If being sane is thinking there's something wrong with being different....I'd rather be completely fucking mental.”― Angelina Jolie
“If every choice you make comes from an honest place, you're solid, and nothing anybody can say about you can rock you or change your opinion.”― Angelina Jolie
“Love one person, take care of them until you die. You know, raise kids. Have a good life. Be a good friend. And try to be completely who you are. And figure out what you personally love. And go after it with everything you've got no matter how much it takes.”― Angelina Jolie
I leave you with a video of one of Angelina Jolie's most inspiring speeches on the occasion of her receiving the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award:
Military Dad Defends His 4 Little Daughters When Strangers Make This Rude Remark
Military Dad of 4 Daughters Defends His Girls When Strangers Make This Rude Remark
Austin von Letkemann is the military officer strangers feel "sorry" for — and the reason is infuriating.
Whenever the devoted father leaves the house with his four children, strangers can't help but notice the officer in uniform is holding hands with 4 adorable little girls. They will tell the traditionally "masculine" and "all American" dad they feel sorry for him, because he has no sons. This dad makes one thing very clear: They are his daughters, they aren't a burden.
In a passionate video, von Letkemann took to Instagram to share with his followers that the only thing that's "difficult" about being a girl dad — is clapping back to these sexist remarks over and over again.
They Mock His Daughters To Their Face
When strangers approach Austin von Letkemann and his four daughters, they don't always realize that their comments are being overheard. They seem oblivious to the fact that his girls understand every word. Von Letkemann describes how people will approach him and, without thinking, make remarks like "I'm sorry" or even joke about his lack of sons. What they don't realize is that these comments, intended to be light-hearted or humorous, can be deeply hurtful to his daughters. These strangers are not just disrespecting von Letkemann's choices as a father; they're also sending a message to his daughters that their presence is something to be pitied. It’s a message that von Letkemann won't stand for, and he's speaking out to defend his girls from these insensitive remarksSaying "Get Your Shotgun" Isn't Funny — It's Sexist
Another common comment that Austin von Letkemann encounters is the old "better get your shotgun ready" trope, often delivered with a smirk or a wink. This line is typically intended to suggest that a father with daughters should be on high alert to protect them from potential "suitors," implying that they are objects to be guarded rather than individuals with agency.
Von Letkemann finds this line of thinking outdated and sexist. In his viral Instagram video, he points out that these jokes are not just stale — they're damaging.
By suggesting that his daughters require armed protection, the joke reinforces the idea that women are inherently vulnerable and need to be shielded from men. Von Letkemann argues that instead of promoting this narrative, society should focus on teaching respect and consent, challenging these sexist tropes at their source.
Watch Austin von Letkemann's Video:
"If I Had A Fifth Child, I'd HOPE It Was A Girl" — One Dad's Message For Other Parents
Despite the constant remarks about his lack of sons, Austin von Letkemann is clear: He wouldn't trade his daughters for anything.
In fact, he told his Instagram followers that if he were to have a fifth child, he would hope for another girl. This declaration isn't just about doubling down on his pride in his family — it's a pointed response to those who see fathering daughters as a misfortune.
Von Letkemann's stance is a powerful one, rejecting the notion that a family is incomplete without sons. He encourages others to question the assumptions behind these comments and to appreciate the joy and fulfillment that his daughters bring. By sharing his story, von Letkemann hopes to create a more inclusive perspective on fatherhood, one that values daughters just as much as sons.