Portrait of Amelia Earhart

Amelia Earhart

Aviation pioneer

Modern influential 67 sayings

Sayings by Amelia Earhart

Women must try to do things as men have tried. When they fail, their failure must be but a challenge to others.

1935 — Statement on gender equality and perseverance.
Wisdom Confirmed

The most effective way to do it, is to do it.

1930s — Simple, direct advice on taking action.
Wisdom Confirmed

I lay no claim to being a pioneer. I am just a woman who loves to fly.

1932 — Humble self-assessment despite her trailblazing achievements.
Wisdom Unverifiable

Adventure is worthwhile in itself.

1930s — Justification for pursuing challenging endeavors.
Wisdom Confirmed

There's more to life than being a passenger.

1930s — Encouraging active participation and leadership.
Wisdom Confirmed

I want to do it because I want to do it.

1932 — Simple and direct motivation for her flights, often cited as a core philosophy.
Wisdom Confirmed

Prepare yourself for the worst, but hope for the best.

1930s — Pragmatic advice for facing challenges.
Inspirational Unverifiable

Some of us have great runways already built for us. If you have one, take off! But if you don't, then just start building one.

1930s — Metaphorical advice on creating opportunities.
Art & Creativity Unverifiable

Flying might not be all plain sailing, but the fun of it is worth the price.

1930s — Acknowledging the risks and rewards of aviation.
Wisdom Confirmed

Women, like men, should try to do the impossible. And when they fail, their failure should be a challenge to others.

1935 — Similar to an earlier quote, stressing the importance of women pushing boundaries.
Inspirational Unverifiable

Please know that I am quite aware of the hazards. I want to do it because I want to do it. Women must try to do things as men have tried. When they fail, their failure must be but a challenge to others.

1937 — From a letter written before her last flight, acknowledging the dangers but affirming her resolve.
Wisdom Confirmed

It is a question of whether you will let the fear of what might happen stop you from doing what you want to do.

1930s — Reflection on overcoming fear in pursuit of goals.
Life & Death Unverifiable

Aviation, like the sea, is an unforgiving mistress.

1930s — Acknowledging the inherent dangers and demanding nature of flying.
Wisdom Unverifiable

To me, marriage is a three-legged stool, and the third leg is a career.

1931 — From a letter to George Putnam before their marriage, outlining her independent views.
Love & Relationships Unverifiable

I do not wish to shirk any of the responsibilities that may be mine, but I do not wish to be bound by any medieval code of morals.

1931 — From her pre-marital letter to George Putnam, asserting her desire for an egalitarian marriage.
Wisdom Unverifiable

Women must work as hard as men to prove their right to a place in the sun.

1930s — Stressing the effort required for women to achieve equality.
Wisdom Unverifiable

In my opinion, the future of women in aviation is limitless.

1930s — Optimistic prediction about women's roles in flying.
Wisdom Unverifiable

I believe that the more women do, the more they are appreciated.

1930s — Belief in the power of action and achievement for women.
Inspirational Unverifiable

The lure of the unknown is too strong to resist.

1930s — Explaining her motivation for adventurous flights.
Power & Leadership Unverifiable

To be a successful woman, one must be willing to take chances.

1930s — Advice on risk-taking for women.
Inspirational Unverifiable
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