Happy International Women's day!

Hello,

Happy International Women's day!


What does this day mean to you? What does it mean to you to be a woman?

Are you a Mother, Grandmother, Daughter? Sister, Mother in law, Wife, Auntie, Girlfriend? Do you play many roles?

The characteristics of women in society are different compared with that of men. Men have their strengths and weaknesses and the same goes for women. It's how we compliment, respect and support each other as equals that creates balance. Even on a day like today, it's worth celebrating the fantastic men that support women to help them achieve their dreams and regard women equally - economically, socially and politically.


In my experience, a woman is the back bone of the family. They bring people together, care for many people, provide comfort and support. I've always found joy in encouraging other women to develop and better themselves. Why would I want to further contribute towards the many insecurities that women already have? Instead I choose to build up other women and focus on their strengths to help improve and encourage confidence, self worth and community.

I would like for you to take a moment. Forget about societal challenges/status quo and think about what is your strength? What makes you, you? What is it you like about you?

Is it the ability to have children, care for children/family members that makes women/you powerful, Is it your your ability to teach and inspire others in the classroom. It is the way you manage a team in the office? Or the curves that you appreciate when wearing your little black dress?


What makes you proud to be a woman? Feel free to let me know by replying to this email or on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram. #proudwoman

I finish this message with a thought taken from the International Women's Day official website:

"Celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women. 
Yet let's also be aware progress has slowed in many places across the world, so urgent action is needed to accelerate gender parity."

Enjoy celebrating your day as a woman! ;).

Shimmy hugs,
Tevec xxx
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