Meanwhile Selina Nwulu, London poet laureate between 2015-16 offers in ‘ Tough Dragons‘, ‘ … when you figure out how/ to use them/ your words will slay the toughest of dragons.’

The kind of beauty I want most is the hard-to-get kind that comes from within - strength, courage, dignity." - Ruby Dee As women, we are blessed with a unique gift for connection and community. When we come together, we shine brighter and illuminate the path ahead with our collective strength, wisdom, and compassion. ✨👭

The Way Home Series

We’ll talk about the context of the quote in Shakespeare’s play but first as is tradition we’ll give the full quote and then talk about who said it and when. It's a simple truth that we all need light to live. Whether it's the radiance of the sun, the twinkling of the stars, or the warmth of a cozy fire, light fills us with hope and vitality. 💫🌞 I am a strong woman. I don’t sit around feeling sorry for myself, nor let people mistreat me. I don’t respond to people who dictate to me or try to bring me down. If I fall, I will rise up even stronger because I am a survivor and not a victim." - Unknown Remember that by sharing your truth, you break down the walls of shame and societal expectations. You give others the courage to embrace their own stories and find strength within themselves. It is in our vulnerability that we find our common humanity and a sense of unity, forming bonds that can lift us higher than we could ever imagine. Keep shining, my beautiful fierce friends. Together, we can light up the world with our brilliance and our love. 💫💖

A real woman avoids drama; she knows her time is precious. She's not wasting it on unimportant things." - Unknown I’m not going to limit myself just because people won’t accept the fact that I can do something else.” Improving ourselves is also a powerful act of self-love. When we prioritize our own growth and development, we show ourselves that we are worthy of the time, effort, and investment it takes to become our best selves. We also become more confident and resilient individuals, able to face any challenge with grace and determination. Believe in the power of your dreams and your ability to create an empowering history that is uniquely your own. Each step you take, no matter how small, brings you closer to the extraordinary life you envision for yourself. Embrace the challenges, embrace the lessons, and embrace the victories that come your way.There are little discoveries lines in Elaine Feinstein’s ‘ Anniversary’–‘… ‘ we are all supernatural// every day/ we rise new creatures/ cannot be predicted.’