Why is Women's Day celebrated? 8M, as it is also known, is one of the most awaited dates in the calendar, but not to celebrate, as some people still think, but to continue to make visible the struggle of women for equality and the recognition of their rights.

March 8 is Women's Day and for years now in Chile, from north to south, the calls have been massive. Flooded with purple scarves, the country's streets have become the stage for thousands of women who are no longer afraid to shout.

And while it is not a day to receive gifts, it is a day to pay tribute to those special women in your life. Here you will find a compilation of 10 short and some longer phrases from inspirational women, for International Women's Day. Without a doubt, beautiful phrases to dedicate and that invite you to reflect.

10 original quotes for International Women's Day

1. "Never apologize for being a powerful woman."- Anonymous

On the contrary! Be proud of yourself because only you know how far you have come and how hard it has been for you to get where you are.

But this phrase, by an unknown author, does not refer to economic power, but to empowerment, self-esteem and self-confidence. A powerful woman is capable of taking on any challenge and achieving anything she sets her mind to. A good message to read on the commemoration of Women's Day.

2. "The heart is what drives us and determines our destiny" Isabel Allende

This phrase is an invitation to not be afraid to follow one's instincts. The author refers to the strength of a passionate heart, adventurous, courageous and capable of guiding our steps in the best way.

For her, love is a life experience that happens over and over again, and that always makes us grow as people. That is why we must not silence the impulses sent by the heart.

Isabel Allende (79) won Chile's National Literature Prize in 2010, and has an extensive body of work that includes books based on letters and personal experiences, historical themes, and even police dramas.

Her latest book, "Violeta", was published recently, in January 2022. From 1920, with the so-called Spanish flu, to the pandemic of 2020, Allende portrays the epic life of a woman whose story goes far beyond a century. It is a work inspired by her mother Francisca Llona, who passed away in 2018.

Isabel Allende's most outstanding novels, translated into more than 40 languages, include "The House of the Spirits", "Paula" and "Inés del alma mía", some of which have been made into movies and films.

3. "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams," Amelia Earhart.

Dreams come true, so you have to go after them. Regardless of the adversities and vicissitudes that may arise along the way, this reflection invites you to go ahead and fight for what you want.

To build one's own destiny based on dreams, no matter how unattainable they may seem, requires perseverance and tenacity, but also illusion, passion and confidence. The key is to believe that dreams can be achieved and to build the future based on them.

Amelia Earhart (1898- 1937) is considered the most famous aviator of all time. Among other feats, she was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic and from Honolulu (Hawaii) to Oakland (California).

However, her plane was lost when she attempted to fly around the world following the equator. Although her disappearance in the middle of the Pacific remains a mystery, Amelia Earhart is remembered as a brave woman who fought to achieve her goals. She was also a key figure in the history of aviation, as well as in the incorporation of women in this field.

Love is the great miracle cure. Loving ourselves works miracles. Louise L. Hay

The importance of self-love is evident in this powerful phrase, because everything begins with self-love, and when you don't have it, everything changes when you discover its power.

Cultivating self-love is a daily task and a miracle cure, as the author points out, since it is capable of healing wounds, of promoting dreams and of making us take control of our own existence with the awareness of what we are and what we are worth.

Louise L. Hay (1926-2017) was an American therapist and writer, considered one of the pioneers of the personal growth and self-help movement. Her life was marked by a traumatic childhood and adolescence, while in her adulthood she had to face cancer. But Louise overcame every obstacle, and she did it by freeing herself from resentments, loving herself and rediscovering herhistory through introspective work.

Among his most famous books are "You Can Heal Your Life", "The Power is Within You" and "The Power of the Mirror". His works have been translated into 26 languages in 35 countries around the world.

5. "Make it clear: Love yourself as fiercely as you love other people." Rupi Kaur

It is difficult to love others without first loving oneself, hence it is not possible to genuinely declare unconditional love to a partner, for example, if one's self-esteem is shattered.

And in this sense, Rupi Kaur breaks with the myth of romantic love and proposes new bases for good love that always start from one's own.

Rapi Kaur is a writer and illustrator born in India in 1922, but who has lived in Canada since the age of four. Her work, which she has made known mainly through social networks, is characterized by direct and groundbreaking verses, written in simple language, and largely inspired by her own experience.

So far, Rupi Kaur has published the successful collections of poems "Milk and honey", "The sun and her flowers" and "Home body", books in which she explores themes such as healing, self-esteem, identity, femininity and love.

6. "To be a part of something you must first be a part of you. Brené Brown

There is nothing braver than to love and accept yourself as you are, with your virtues and defects, but always with the willingness to progress.

That is why, when it comes to being part of something, the author invites us not to fit in or acclimatize. For her, in times marked by complacency and individualism, belonging does not ask us to change, but rather to be authentic, regardless of "what people will say".

Brené Brown, born in 1965, is an American academic and writer who has devoted herself to the study of social psychology, including vulnerability, courage, shame, and empathy.

Her most notable texts include "The Gifts of Imperfection," "The Power of Being Vulnerable," and "Stronger Than Ever," as well as the popular Netflix documentary, "Be Brave," in which she encourages viewers to be courageous and, therefore, to practice vulnerability, to privilege bravery over comfort in a culture defined by fear and uncertainty.

7. "Fall in love with yourself, with life and then with whomever you want" Frida Kahlo

Frida Kahlo highlights in this wise reflection the importance of self-love, but also of love for life and the environment. The more you value and esteem yourself, the purer your love for others will be.

If you are looking for Women's Day messages Frida Kahlo's texts will always be an inspiration.

Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) was a Mexican painter, known for her famous self-portraits, in which she took aspects of her life and blended them with elements of nature and Mexican identity. In fact, many of her paintings fuse her inner pains and struggles with the vibrant motifs of Aztec culture.

Through sensitive and profound painting, Frida Kahlo explored diverse themes such as gender, class, race and society, some of her most famous paintings being "A Few Little Bites", "The Two Fridas", "Self-Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird" and "Long Live Life". Today she is considered one of the great feminist icons of the 20th century.

8. "There is no barrier, no lock, no bolt that you can impose on the freedom of my mind", Virginia Woolf

The mind is synonymous with freedom and that is why the author emphasizes that nothing can be imposed on it, not even in the macho society in which she lived.

Regardless of the circumstances, keeping a free thought is what makes us who we are.

Virginia Woolf (1882-1941) was a novelist, essayist and short story writer, considered one of the most important figures of 20th century literary modernism.

Among her most famous works are the novels "Mrs. Dalloway", "Orlando: A Biography", "The Waves" and "A Room of One's Own", the latter of which became a banner of the feminist movement, as it recounted the difficulties of women to dedicate themselves to literature in a world dominated by men. The British woman died of drowning due to depression and depression disorder.bipolar that drove her to suicide.

9. "The bravest act is still to think for yourself, out loud. Coco Chanel.

Without fear of prejudice or, perhaps, of not pleasing others, this phrase encourages you to say what you think. Put your opinions, beliefs or feelings into words, regardless of whether they will go down well or badly. The key is to always go straight ahead and not let anything diminish you.

Recognized as one of the most influential women of the 20th century, Coco Chanel (1883-1971) was a French designer who broke the fashion standards of her time. Many of her garments are wardrobe staples today, including the little black dress But his statements also became real style lessons.

Most of Coco Chanel's great creations were the result of satisfying her own tastes and needs, as she lightened her designs, eliminated uncomfortable garments and opted for simpler pieces, setting a precedent in the way of dressing.

10. "We ignore our true stature until we stand up." Emily Dickinson

Standing up, for the author, refers to showing oneself to the world by being authentic; facing difficulties, fighting to achieve goals and making one's own decisions with determination. In the end, we know our true stature when it comes to fighting and defending what we want.

Emily Dickison (1830-1936) was an American poet, famous for her passionate, sensitive and profound writings in which love, death and spirituality, among other topics, coexist. However, the poet published very few of the almost 1800 poems she left in her legacy. It was her sister, after her death, who was responsible for disseminating them.

Although Emily Dickinson was not recognized during her lifetime, today she is considered one of the fundamental pillars of poetry worldwide.

Why is Women's Day celebrated?

International Women's Day is commemorated every March 8 It is a date that remembers the tireless struggle of women in the quest for equality.

And history is marked mainly by two events: March 8, 1857, when women from a textile factory in New York took to the streets to demand equal pay and shorter working hours. That day ended with more than 120 of them dead as a result of the brutality with which police dispersed the march.

And while it was an unfortunate event, on March 25, 1911, the Big Apple was again the scene of tragedy when 123 women died in a fire in another textile factory, most of them young immigrants who could not escape because the owners had sealed the doors to prevent robbery, revealing the degrading conditions in which they worked.

Today, the world remembers these events and, above all, encourages women to continue fighting for their rights. That is why "happy women's day" may not be a compliment, but rather a decontextualized greeting.

Instead of roses for your mother, your best friend or your partner, accompany them and listen to them, and if you want to dedicate some nice phrases, look among these phrases for Women's Day and surely will be a detail that will value and move them.