“Being willing to forgive ourselves and others becomes an integral part of our ability to have the love of the Lord in our lives and to do His work.” (Kathleen H. Hughes, Relief Society General Presidency, “That We May All Sit Down in Heaven Together,” General Conference, October 2005)

“The way to increase the Christmas spirit is to reach out generously to those around us and give of ourselves.” (Bonnie L. Oscarson, “Christmas is Christlike Love,” First Presidency Christmas Devotional, December 2014)

“One of the ways we can come to understand the divinely appointed mission the Lord has for us is through our patriarchal blessings. These are very specific and individual messages we can each receive by the power of the priesthood.” (Susan W. Tanner, Young Women General President, “Daughters of Heavenly Father,” General Conference, April 2007)

“You can learn more about your life and mission on earth and the light that is in you by preparing to receive and then studying your patriarchal blessing.” (Julie B. Beck, Young Women General Presidency, “You Have a Noble Birthright,” General Conference, April 2006)

“Sometimes people wait longer than is needed to receive their blessing, thinking that they need to qualify for it in some special way. If you can qualify to receive a recommend to do baptisms at the temple, then you should be able to qualify for a patriarchal blessing.” (Julie B. Beck, Young Women General Presidency, “You Have a Noble Birthright,” General Conference, April 2006)

“The teenage years are also a time of what I describe as ‘identity theft,’ meaning that worldly ideas, philosophies, and deceits confuse us, buffet us, and seek to rob us of the knowledge of our true identity.” (Susan W. Tanner, Young Women General President, “Daughters of Heavenly Father,” General Conference, April 2007)

“Teenagers are especially vulnerable because the power of Satan is real, and they are making their first big, independent choices. Consequently, they are also making their first big mistakes.” (Julie B. Beck, Relief Society General President, “Remembering, Repenting, and Changing,” General Conference, April 2007)

“As first-generation members, you are the ones who begin the cycle of teaching and strengthening the next generation.” (Vicki F. Matsumori, Primary General Presidency, “A Lesson from the Book of Mormon,” General Conference, April 2007)

“How it must grieve the Lord to see virtue violated and modesty mocked on every side in this wicked world. The Lord has provided for His children great joy through intimate, loving relationships.” (Susan W. Tanner, Recently Released Young Women General President, “My Soul Delighteth in the Things of the Lord,” General Conference, April 2008)

“Virtue encompasses modesty—in thought, language, dress, and demeanor. And modesty is the foundation stone of chastity.” (Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General Presidency, “Stay on the Path,” General Conference, April 2007)

“We respect our bodies by dressing modestly. We show we know how to keep the commandments and follow the Savior.” (Coleen K. Menlove, Primary General President, “Show You Know,” General Conference, April 2003)

“At the heart of all we do in Young Women is our desire to help you gain unshakable faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and a sure knowledge of your divine identity as a daughter of God.” (Bonnie H. Cordon, Young Women General President, “Beloved Daughters,” General Conference, October 2019)

“You young women are vital in building unity. Be a light to those around you. Be the source of love and care you are hoping to receive from others. With a prayer in your heart, continue to reach out and be that force for good. As you do so, your life will be filled with kindness. You will have a better feeling toward others and will begin to see their goodness in return.” (Bonnie H. Cordon, Young Women General President, “Beloved Daughters,” General Conference, October 2019)

“You have been set apart by one who has priesthood authority; this means as you perform the duties of your calling, you exercise priesthood authority.” (Bonnie H. Cordon, Young Women General President, “Beloved Daughters,” General Conference, October 2019)

“Can one righteous young woman change the world? The answer is a resounding ‘yes!'” (Elaine S. Dalton, Young Women General Presidency, “It Shows in Your Face,” General Conference, April 2006)

“As you use your agency to carve out time every day to draw close to God’s voice, especially in the Book of Mormon, over time His voice will become clearer and more familiar to you.” (Michelle Craig, Young Women General Presidency, “Spiritual Capacity,” General Conference, October 2019)

“Self-mastery is not only the root of self-respect, it is essential in inviting the Spirit to teach, confirm, and testify.” (Margaret S. Lifferth, Primary General Presidency, “Respect and Reverence,” General Conference, April 2009)

“Self-improvement may seem a kind of work project, but it is—at heart—a change of heart.” (Kathleen H. Hughes, Relief Society General Presidency, “Out of Small Things,” General Conference, October 2004)

“When we determine within ourselves that we will control our thoughts and our actions and be the best we can possibly be, the best of life will come to us.” (Sharon G. Larsen, Young Women General Presidency, “Standing in Holy Places,” General Conference, April 2002)

“As parents and leaders exemplify and teach respect for others, we confirm in the hearts of our children that each of us is truly a child of God and all are brothers and sisters through eternity. We will focus on the things we have in common—on the qualities of heart that bind the family of God together, rather than on our differences.” (Margaret S. Lifferth, Primary General Presidency, “Respect and Reverence,” General Conference, April 2009)