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Loida Nicolas Lewis
92 quotes
“Many of us had to leave our country to earn a living for ourselves and our families back home, but we did not leave behind our rights as Filipinos. Nor did we leave behind our love for our fellow countrymen.”
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“I should tell people my life story.”
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“I didn’t just have all those achievements. I have had failures and it’s stated in my book.”
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“I believe it’s never too late to develop good habits”
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Recorded in: https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/people-culture-events/2026/1/20/loida-nicolas-lewis-releases-book-on-aging-without-cosmetic-procedures-1645
“This book is for those who are seeking ways to truly give the kind of care to themselves that make for long, healthy and joyful lives”
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Recorded in: https://philippinesgraphic.com.ph/2025/12/22/loida-nicolas-lewis-releases-new-book-on-aging-gracefully/
“When I get angry, I shut up. When I’m angry, I whisper. Because if you whisper, the anger would lessen”
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Recorded in: https://tribune.net.ph/2026/01/26/why-buy-a-company-instead-of-starting-one-fil-am-business-leader-explains
“Buy a company to sell it. We call it leveraged buying-in. You buy a company because it is very profitable and then, you borrow all the money, leveraged buyout. You borrow all the money and the company will pay you. They pay for it.”
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Recorded in: https://tribune.net.ph/2026/01/26/why-buy-a-company-instead-of-starting-one-fil-am-business-leader-explains
“If you buy a company, it already has sales, organization, revenue and income; It’s already ready-made. All you have to do is to make it successful”
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Recorded in: https://tribune.net.ph/2026/01/26/why-buy-a-company-instead-of-starting-one-fil-am-business-leader-explains
“You are all eager to make this world (a better place), but you will have to be the change that you want to see in the world.”
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“Use your head, but follow your heart”
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Recorded in: https://thefilipinochronicle.com/2023/05/09/loida-nicolas-lewis-shares-life-lessons-in-new-book/
“For those people who will read the book, you will see that my belief in the loving God is like a running strain in my life. So ups and downs, light and darkness, sadness and joy and all throughout, I knew God protects me and God Is my rock and my salvation”
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“You know, that’s how you may have a successful marriage. The very basic element is love: that you love him and he loves you.”
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“Don’t forget your heritage.”
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“Just do good for your business. And don't forget, in the Jewish community, 10 percent of what they earn is to give away. So if you have P1,000 to spend, 10 percent is not yours, so just plan on the 90 percent.”
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“Reginald always believed that greatness is not reserved for a few. He wanted young people to know that with discipline and determination, they could achieve anything.”
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“This museum stands as a testament to the strength, creativity, and resilience of African Americans. Reginald wanted these stories told, preserved, and honored.”
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“Education was the key that opened doors for Reginald. He believed deeply in giving others the same opportunity to rise.”
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“If you’re married to a king, you don’t settle for a prince.”
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Recorded in: Deni Bernardo·14 February 2026, 12:02 am
“If you want to be treated well, then you treat others well they are whether they are janitor or CEO (chief executive officer).”
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Recorded in: Deni Bernardo·14 February 2026, 12:02 am
“The three secrets of my success is number one, goal setting. Second, obedience — to the code of ethics, 10 commandments, the golden rule… Number three, determination — whatever you wish for in life, just work hard toward it. So if you put them together — goal setting, obedience and determination — they spell ‘GOD’.”
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Recorded in: Deni Bernardo·14 February 2026, 12:02 am
“You must know how to look back, so you can move forward.”
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Recorded in: Sunday Inquirer Magazine | September 7, 2014, 12:09 am
“For the young people, take time to be quiet.”
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Recorded in: Deni Bernardo·17 January 2026, 2:41 am
“My father taught us never to distinguish people based on their social class or color.”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“Some people assume that I feel superior because of my husband’s wealth. I don’t see myself as better than anyone else, and I reject any notion of superiority. It is wrong to treat other people na mataas ako sa iyo, mababa ka sa akin. (It is wrong to treat other people as lower in status than oneself.)”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“You see, luck is preparation and timing. Once an opportunity arrises and you aren´t prepared, you won´t get it.”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“If I had simply given up and accepted the rejection, I would never have known my true worth.”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“Mr. Lewis didn´t dream of building an empire, but to secure intergenerational wealth. In American society, true intergenerational wealth is rare, particularly for people like us.”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“I want to inspire women to understand their own goals and aspirations. One effective approach is forming women support groups that help women advance collectively, emphasizing collaboration rather than competition. The goal is not to elevate women by putting down men.”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“Understand who you are and what drives you, what motivates you to get out of bed every morning? I believe that in every situation, there is always something you could contribute. Distance yourself from those who doubt your worth and surround yourself with people who uplift and encourage you.”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“I really wonder whether corruption is so engrained in the society that it cannot be uprooted as it is tolerated. It has become a way of life.”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“We are seen as quiet and not assertive. But in reality, we are known for being hardworking, loyal, and compassionate.”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“A Filipina migrant ensures that her remittances are used wisely, such as supporting her children’s education or her family’s well-being, rather than spending on unnecessary gadgets. Simply sending money without oversight can be a sign of misplaced priorities and lack of common sense. It’s about thinking critically and not just following others’ desires. As what my mama used to say: dapat derecho ang utak (one must think straight).”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“We may not always voice our struggles, we don’t always complain but that does not mean we are submissive. We left our home country and have thrived in a new environment. I had never run a company but I took on the challenge. You know, when the opportunity comes, take it.”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“A woman can have it all, but not simultaneously. Women often manage their roles differently from men. We don’t need to adopt male behaviors or language to be effective. Empowerment comes from embracing our unique strengths and working in ways that align with our values and circumstances.”
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Recorded in: The Filipino Expat Magazine | October 12, 2025
“You have to be true to yourself; nobody will try to argue against you once you are.”
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“I believe that everything will be all right in the end. If it’s not all right, it’s not the end.”
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Recorded in: Philippine Chronicle | May 8, 2026
“Material wealth is nothing. It can disappear. But if you have core values like core values of hard work, core values of determination, and core values of having a goal, they last forever.”
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Recorded in: Philippine Chronicle | May 8, 2026
“Asian Americans, we can do it, whatever we set our mind to do.”
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Recorded in: INQUIRER.net US Bureau / 12:52 AM May 05, 2026
“For Asian Americans, because we look different from the Caucasian majority and we are first-time immigrants, we have an accent. Don’t let that bother you. Always be positive because if your mind is negative, negative things will follow.”
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Recorded in: INQUIRER.net US Bureau / 12:52 AM May 05, 2026
“f your mind is positive, positive things should follow. And follow arithmetic. Arithmetic is one plus one equals two. One minus one is zero. So why are you going to minus yourself?”
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Recorded in: INQUIRER.net US Bureau / 12:52 AM May 05, 2026
“We may fail, but it’s never falling. But in the ever-rising where perfection lies.”
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Recorded in: INQUIRER.net US Bureau / 12:52 AM May 05, 2026
“Anything natural comes from God.”
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