Self-Validation

I will not sulk about having no boyfriend, but develop inner poise and authority and sense of self as a woman of substance.

Helen Fielding – Bridget Jones Diary

I will not get upset over men, but instead be poised and cool ice-queen.

Helen Fielding – Bridget Jones Diary

Bridget Jones, wanton sex goddess, with a very bad man between her thighs… Mum… Hi.

Helen Fielding – Bridget Jones Diary

There’s nothing so unattractive to a man as strident feminism.

Helen Fielding – Bridget Jones Diary

I like you very much. Just as you are.

Helen Fielding – Bridget Jones Diary