I refuse to allow prejudice to defeat me.
Interpretation
The quote emphasizes the importance of resilience in the face of prejudice and discrimination.
Dionne Warwick's quote highlights the strength of character and determination needed to overcome societal biases. It encourages individuals to stand firm against prejudice, advocating that one should not let negative perceptions or discrimination hinder their progress or self-worth. This statement serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of inner strength and resilience in the journey towards equality and acceptance.
In practice
Motivational speeches addressing social justice issues.
I was born into a family of gospel singers. My early ambitions were many. I was going to be a ballerina. I almost had that one come true until I tore a tendon, so I transferred from my toes to my throat and that's where the talent settled.
Years ago I learned to be totally responsible for Dionne Warwick. I will not wait for opportunities. I will create them.
I love what I do. I was given the most incredible gift that can be given to anyone. I could never imagine a world without music, and I feel grateful that I've been given the ability to share that.
My parents gave me stability and a belief in myself and in all the possibilities life has to offer. I was told the only limitations I would ever face were those I placed upon myself.
I was told by my grandfather who was a minister that we all were put here on earth to be of service to one another, and it is quite gratifying to know that if I am able to be of help to one that is not able to help themselves then I am fulfilling my obligation as a human being.
I liked flying, when I got into it, loved it. And I found I was very good at it. I'm not modest about the fact that I was a good pilot.
Strength is one of those things you're supposed to have. You don't feel that you have it at the time you're going through it.
Early on, I wrote a letter to the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. I was 17. I felt called, moved.
When a man or woman, young, or old, takes a place on the picket line for even a day or two, he will never be the same again.
I became bold because I had absolutely nothing to lose: neither honors, nor earnings, nor friends. I had to find myself anew and rely only on myself, because I could rely on no one else. My form is my solitude.
This is our special duty, that if anyone specially needs our help, we should give him such help to the utmost of our power.
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