01UndatedWhen they set off for their first day at their new school, I will never forget that winter morning as I watched our girls, just 7 and 10 years old, pile into those black SUVs with all those big men with guns.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
02UndatedMy mother's love has always been a sustaining force for our family, and one of my greatest joys is seeing her integrity, her compassion, her intelligence reflected in my daughters.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
03UndatedWhat I tell my kids is, 'I'm preparing you for college and for life. So, having independence, knowing how to set your own boundaries, figuring out how to make that balance. We still have screen-time rules.'Michelle Obama / quote ↗
04UndatedWe learned about honesty and integrity - that the truth matters... that you don't take shortcuts or play by your own set of rules... and success doesn't count unless you earn it fair and square.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
05UndatedThe problem is when that fun stuff becomes the habit. And I think that's what's happened in our culture. Fast food has become the everyday meal.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
06UndatedLet's be very clear: Strong men - men who are truly role models - don't need to put down women to make themselves feel powerful. People who are truly strong lift others up. People who are truly powerful bring others together.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
07UndatedWomen in particular need to keep an eye on their physical and mental health, because if we're scurrying to and from appointments and errands, we don't have a lot of time to take care of ourselves. We need to do a better job of putting ourselves higher on our own 'to do' list.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
08UndatedWe as women, we have to understand that we know more, just even instinctively, than we think we do.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
09UndatedWe can't afford not to educate girls and give women the power and the access that they need.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
10UndatedThere are still many causes worth sacrificing for, so much history yet to be made.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
11UndatedI want a president with a record of public service, someone whose life's work shows our children that we don't chase fame and fortune for ourselves: we fight to give everyone a chance to succeed.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
12UndatedIf proud Americans can be who they are and boldly stand at the altar with who they love then surely, surely we can give everyone in this country a fair chance at that great American Dream.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
13UndatedI want a president with a record of public service: someone whose life's work shows our children that we don't chase form and fortune for ourselves we fight to give everyone a chance to succeed.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
14UndatedWhile I believed deeply in my husband's vision for this country... and I was certain he would make an extraordinary President... like any mother, I was worried about what it would mean for our girls if he got that chance. How would we keep them grounded under the glare of the national spotlight?Michelle Obama / quote ↗
15UndatedYou should never view your challenges as a disadvantage. Instead, it's important for you to understand that your experience facing and overcoming adversity is actually one of your biggest advantages.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
16UndatedI am so tired of fear. And I don't want my girls to live in a country, in a world, based on fear.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
17UndatedAnd let's be clear: It's not enough just to limit ads for foods that aren't healthy. It's also going to be critical to increase marketing for foods that are healthy.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
18UndatedWe believe that every single child has boundless promise, no matter who they are, where they come from, or how much money their parents have. We've got to remember that. We believe that each of these young people is a vital part of the great American story.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
19UndatedWe can make a commitment to promote vegetables and fruits and whole grains on every part of every menu. We can make portion sizes smaller and emphasize quality over quantity. And we can help create a culture - imagine this - where our kids ask for healthy options instead of resisting them.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
20UndatedI have never felt more confident in myself, more clear on who I am as a woman. But I am constantly thinking about my own health and making sure that I'm eating right and getting exercise and watching the aches and pains. I want to be this really fly 80-90-year old.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
21UndatedThe truth is, in order to get things like universal health care and a revamped education system, then someone is going to have to give up a piece of their pie so that someone else can have more.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
22UndatedFor so many people, television and movies may be the only way they understand people who aren't like them.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
23UndatedThe fact is, with every friendship you make, and every bond of trust you establish, you are shaping the image of America projected to the rest of the world. That is so important. So when you study abroad, you're actually helping to make America stronger.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
24UndatedI love that we can trust Barack to do what he says he's going to do, even when it's hard - especially when it's hard.Michelle Obama / quote ↗
