The top 10 most inspiring quotes by Betty Ford
- You never know what you can do until you have to do it.
- That’s what we’re here on this earth for: to help others.
- The search for human freedom can never be complete without freedom for women.
- I don’t look at what I’ve lost. I look instead at what I have left.
- You can make it, but it’s easier if you don’t have to do it alone.
- A liberated woman is one who feels confident in herself, and is happy in what she is doing. She is a person who has a sense of self-it all comes down to a freedom of choice.
- I have an independent streak. You know, it’s kind of hard to tell a independent woman what to do.
- Any woman should have the right to a safe and legal abortion.
- Alcohol may pick you up a little bit, but it lets you down in a hurry.
- I feel it’s important to be active. People who retire, sit by their swimming pool and golf course, and plan to relax have a very empty life.
Betty Ford (1918–2011) was an influential American First Lady and activist. Born Elizabeth Anne Bloomer in Chicago, Illinois, she grew up in Michigan. In 1942, she married Gerald Ford, who later became the 38th President of the United States. As First Lady from 1974 to 1977, Betty Ford gained prominence for her candor and advocacy on various social issues.
One of her most significant contributions was her openness about her struggles with breast cancer and addiction. Following her mastectomy in 1974, she spoke openly about her experience, helping to destigmatize the disease and encourage women to undergo screenings. Moreover, her frankness about her addiction to prescription drugs and alcohol helped raise awareness about substance abuse and the need for treatment.
In 1978, she founded the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, California, a renowned addiction treatment facility. Through her center and her advocacy work, she became a leading voice in the fight against addiction.
Betty Ford’s legacy extends beyond her time in the White House. She remains a symbol of courage, resilience, and social activism, leaving a lasting impact on public health and awareness initiatives. Her contributions to women’s health and substance abuse treatment continue to inspire generations.
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