A life of independence is no mere consolation. Indeed, many would think it the better prize. After passion cools and fate intervenes, who else is a woman left with but herself?[to Kate]
You do not need to dream of something to say yes. You need only be given the opportunity to prove you are worthy.
When one is frustrated, it is often much wiser to focus upon satisfying one’s own needs.
We are women. And the men who hold our fates hardly conceive we have desires, dreams of our own. If we are ever to live the lives we want, we have to make them conceive it. Our bravery. Our force of will will be their proof.[to Charlotte]
Pride, it will cost you everything and leave you with nothing.
Past lives are dangerous places to revisit.
It is one thing to follow the rules. But if you want to win the game, you must lead it.
I am not quiet. It is simply that my husband is loud.[Princess Augusta: You surprise me. I always thought you were a quiet one.]
I am making a terrible mistake. But it is mine to make.[to Adolphus]
