Though we’re finally starting to see portrayals of women over the age of 20 in the media—shows like Grace and Frankie and fashion campaigns like Susan Sarandon for Marc Jacobs and Joni Mitchell for Saint Laurent are all examples—these images are still the exception to the rule. In a society that prizes youth above all else, it can often be tough to feel good about the aging process. To aid you in adopting a healthy attitude about getting older, we’ve collected wisdom from some of the most timeless women alive. Here, nine badass quotes that portray this inevitable evolution as both aspirational and inspirational.