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"I feel like when you say 'activist,' you have to have so much clarity, and I don't always necessarily have so much clarity on how I want to help others, I just have this weird, deep urge to help other people. I'm trying to let God guide my body and use it as whatever kind of vehicle or vessel it needs to be."

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"I don't have any control over what actually happens except for that I have full control over my will for myself, my intention, and why I'm there. That's all that matters."

- SZA

"Oh, Instagram stresses me out on a very deep level!"

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"My parents wanted me to go to school."

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"Relationships are a reflection of yourself, what you give is what you get."

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"I can’t make everybody happy, and it’s okay to prioritize myself sometimes."

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"The only person you need to be better than is who you were yesterday."

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"Your journey is the most beautiful part about you."

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"Be patient but don’t procrastinate. Be hopeful but not naive. When it’s time to take charge, roll your sleeves up and get dirty."

- SZA

"True beauty is control. The power to control your image, not letting it control you."

- SZA

"I believe that the universe has a way of guiding us forward through our lives with the help of spirits and angels."

- SZA

"Self-love is the foundation of my greatness."

- SZA

"Take your time. Be patient with yourself. Don’t rush to judge yourself harshly. Love yourself enough to give yourself a chance to grow."

- SZA

"Loving yourself is a journey that never ends, but it’s the most important one you’ll ever take."

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"Never diminish your worth for the comfort of someone else."

- SZA

"I had to learn that self-love is not a destination but a journey, and it’s okay to be a masterpiece and a work in progress simultaneously."

- SZA

"Put yourself first and don’t feel bad about it."

- SZA

"The biggest challenge in my life has been learning how to accept and love myself fully."

- SZA

"I am not looking for approval. I have to stand on my own two feet and own my power."

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"Empower yourself. Your voice matters and so do you."

- SZA

"I learned that it’s hard to accept being loved when you don’t love yourself."

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"Every relationship teaches you what you want and don’t want."

- SZA

"I’m learning to look less at my mistakes and more at the potential that rests in the current version of myself."

- SZA

"Challenge your thoughts. Challenge the status quo. It’s okay to evolve."

- SZA

"You don’t have to say yes to everything. Your self-worth is not determined by how much you do for other people."

- SZA

"I’m sensitive, I’m a Scorpio, and I love really hard."

- SZA

"Sometimes resilience is just getting up, getting dressed, and deciding to keep going."

- SZA

"Bounce back from adversity like it’s nothing, because to a strong mind, it really is nothing."

- SZA

"Never underestimate the power of persistence. Overcome barriers one step at a time."

- SZA

"Being true to yourself is the most revolutionary act."

- SZA

"Authenticity is my rebellion."

- SZA

"The hardest thing I ever did was learn to love myself, but it was the most worthwhile."

- SZA

"I don’t just sing; I speak my truth and hope it resonates with people."

- SZA

"It’s not about being perfect; it’s about being honest about who you are."

- SZA

"The only expectations I live up to are my own."

- SZA

"I wear my scars proudly. They are proof that I’m true to myself."

- SZA

"Never compromise who you are for anyone or anything. Authenticity is your power."

- SZA

"Being genuine has always been my goal, in music and in life."

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"Your true self is your beautiful self. Never hide that."

- SZA

"It’s important to have a relationship that is both your mirror and your shadow; one that shows you your true self and keeps you grounded."

- SZA

"You can’t force someone to appreciate you, the right ones will. Simple."

- SZA

"Never settle in love just because you don’t want to be alone."

- SZA

"If they care, they’ll show it. If not, they aren’t worth your time."

- SZA

"Being alone is better than being with someone who does not appreciate you."

- SZA

"Love should never feel like a burden. If it does, you’re probably holding onto something not meant for you."

- SZA

"Respect is just as important in a relationship as love."

- SZA

"Creativity comes from a place of being honest and unapologetic."

- SZA

"I’m really just using myself as the canvas to paint my own truth."

- SZA

"The best art is not about perfection, it’s about expression."

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"Music is my therapy. I need to create to stay sane."

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"Creativity involves breaking out of established patterns to look at things differently."

- SZA

"Don’t overthink. Create freely and let it flow."

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"Being creative means constantly evolving and daring to do the unexpected."

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"You don’t make art out of good intentions. You make it out of hard feelings."

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"To be creative, you must lose the fear of being wrong."

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"Confidence is a journey, and I’m learning every day to allow myself the space to evolve without judgment."

- SZA

"Believe in your own magic; you already have what it takes to be great."

- SZA

"I refuse to shrink myself to make others feel comfortable."

- SZA

"You have to be your biggest believer and the architect of your future."

- SZA

"Confidence isn’t thinking you are better than everyone else, it’s realizing that you have no reason to compare yourself at all."

- SZA

"The minute you learn to love yourself, you won’t want to be anyone else."

- SZA

"Confidence comes with acceptance of your personal flaws."

- SZA

"Stand for what you believe in and know your worth. Confidence follows."

- SZA

"Embrace your uniqueness. Time is much too short to be living someone else’s life."

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"Femininity in my music is just an expression of the palette that I can provide, as a woman, from my viewpoint."

- SZA

"My femininity is strength, softness, knowledge, and depth."

- SZA

"I believe that femininity is timeless, and that beauty often resides in the most delicate places."

- SZA

"Being feminine is a state of mind. It’s not about how you look, it’s about feeling confident in your own skin."

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"Femininity is diversity – every woman’s expression of it is unique and tells a different story."

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"Embracing my femininity is a way to assert my strength, not a point of weakness."

- SZA

"My music aims to empower women to embrace their insecurities as much as their strengths."

- SZA

"Femininity is power, elegance, and an undying source of inspiration."

- SZA

"There is unrivaled strength in the softness of a woman, in her voice and her presence."

- SZA

"Femininity means embracing your power and using your voice; never let anyone silence you."

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"It’s okay not to be okay as long as you are not giving up."

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"Taking care of your mental health is an ongoing process, and it’s okay to take it one step at a time."

- SZA

"Healing isn’t linear. Some days will be tougher, but every step forward is progress."

- SZA

"Self-care is how you take your power back. Don’t be afraid to stand up for your mental peace."

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"I’ve learned that mental health is just as important as physical health."

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"Remember to take your mental health seriously, but not yourself. Sometimes laughter really is the best medicine."

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"I give myself permission to heal at my own pace and not compare my journey to others."

- SZA

"Acknowledging your feelings isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a part of taking control of your wellbeing."

- SZA

"Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. It’s important to keep fighting for your happiness."

- SZA

"True success is being yourself, and working hard to achieve your dreams."

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"Success to me means doing what you love, and making a living while doing it."

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"Don’t let success get to your head and don’t let failure get to your heart."

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"Stay humble, but let them know who you are."

- SZA

"The biggest success is overcoming your fears and giving yourself permission to try."

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"Always trust your instincts, they are messages from your soul. They are that inner part of you that strives to make you whole."

- SZA

"Being successful means that you are finding fulfillment in what you are doing; you love what you do and do what you love."

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"Success is not about the applause you receive, but about the lives you impact along the way."

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"I find inspiration in my everyday life; it’s important to find beauty in the ordinary."

- SZA

"Your energy introduces you before you speak. Make sure it inspires."

- SZA

"Staying true to who you are is essential. Be authentic, and you’ll inspire others."

- SZA

"Music is the way I communicate with the world, and I hope it inspires people to feel more deeply."

- SZA

"Inspiration is everywhere if you’re open to it. Don’t close your eyes to the wonders around you."

- SZA

"Be your own biggest fan. If you believe in yourself strongly, you can inspire others to believe in themselves too."

- SZA

"Inspiration does not come from the victory itself, but from the drive to achieve it."

- SZA

"Turn your pain into art; it’s a way of surviving, but it can also inspire others."

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"You never know who you’re inspiring by simply being you. Shine your light."

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"Let your dreams be bigger than your fears and your actions louder than your words. Inspire with what you do."

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"Being resilient means that if something is blocking your way, you find a new way to keep moving forward."

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"I’ve learned that whatever I’m going through, it will change, it will shift, and it will get better."

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"Resilience is built through the trials we face, not the victories. Embrace the struggle."

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"The best comebacks are not about revenge, they are about revival."

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"I make bad decisions frequently. They're fun."

- SZA