ON August 31 1997, Diana, Princess of Wales, died as a result of injuries sustained in a car crash in the Pont de l’Alma road tunnel in Paris, France.

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Here are 10 reasons why Princess Diana as an inspiration even today and why’s she more than the fashionista image that the world looks at.

10 “People think that, at the end of the day, a man is the only answer. Actually, a fulfilling job is better for me”

9 “From now on, I am going to own myself and be true to myself. I no longer want to live someone else’s idea of what and who I should be. I am going to be me”

8 “I want my boys to have an understanding of people’s emotions, their insecurities, people’s distress, and their hopes and dreams”

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7 “HIV does not make people dangerous to know, so you can shake their hands and give them a hug. Heaven knows they need it.”

6 “Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you”

5 “I don’t go by the rule book… I lead from the heart, not the head”

4. “I think the biggest disease the world suffers from in this day and age is the disease of people feeling unloved”

3 “I like to be a free spirit. Some don’t like that, but that’s the way I am”

2 “I don’t want expensive gifts; I don’t want to be bought. I have everything I want. I just want someone to be there for me, to make me feel safe and secure.”

1 “The kindness and affection from the public have carried me through some of the most difficult periods, and always your love and affection have eased the journey.”

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