I love being a woman. We are so smart, powerful, strong, and capable of handling everything that comes our way, that too without complaining about it.
However, as much as us women are amazing, we unfortunately live in a society that usually makes it difficult for us to succeed. There is always something that acts as a barrier when it comes to a woman and her efforts in being a successful and functioning human being. Whether that be from the unequal pay, to merely judging a woman from what she wears, and even how hard she works.
Oftentimes, there seems to be so many narratives on what makes a woman more empowered and confident to others. However, there is no right or wrong way to go about this. I wanted to share my perspective on what I believe makes an empowered woman, and it’s only in 3 parts!
the star of your own life
We all only have one life, so why not make everyday worth it? When it comes to myself, I look at each day with a blessing and endless possibilities.
Of course, that doesn’t mean that I don’t have moments where I get lazy, but something that I try to keep in mind is that I am the main person in charge of my own life, the star of my life.
Oftentimes, I feel like us women can forget about this small but significant motto, especially when we get older and have more responsibilities. We can get so busy taking care of everyone and everything around us, that our own health, needs, and opportunities get lost or tangled up.
The way to empower yourself is to never forget that you are the star and main character of your own life. I’m also aware that this is not something that just happens all of a sudden, you need to believe it.
Doing the things you want for yourself is the best thing you can do as a woman today, and it doesn’t even need to be something extraordinary. It could simply be going to the gym because you want to make time to care for yourself, going after an idea because you can see the vision behind it, even just doing activities you like to do like dancing or cooking because it’s what makes you happy.
I admire and find so much inspiration when I see other women go after and do the things they want. I think of my mother, who always wanted to open up her own beauty salon and was able to do that because she saw herself in that position. It shows that the most important relationship you will ever have in this life is the one you have with yourself first.
When you begin to take charge of your life and do good things for yourself, you will be amazed at how empowered you feel as a result from it. Take up space! Be the star that you are!
wearing what you want
I find that on the days when I want to dress up and wear an outfit that makes me feel cute, or add some gold hoops on a rainy day, maybe even wearing some perfume instead of saving it for a special occasion, I feel like I can take on the day not only with some style, but with the aura that I’m putting out there.
As someone who chooses to dress modestly because I like to, I have to admit there seems to be an emphasis within pop culture and mainstream media that showing more skin and wearing more revealing clothing equates to confidence and owning your femininity.
While I do understand the narrative behind that, wearing what makes you feel beautiful and happy is empowering. This means wearing an outfit that flatters a part of yourself that you like or because it makes you feel pretty. I find that when you choose the style you want to express, it shows that you admire yourself.
Some women do find that showing more skin from what they wear is empowering and of course that should be celebrated! But I feel like it’s not mentioned enough to all the modest outfit girlies out there, that it’s not something you need to do to show how empowered and beautiful you are.
I’ve always believed in wearing what you want. Whether that be showing some skin or choosing not to, it’s incredibly empowering as a woman when you show up for yourself and look good for you and not for the male gaze.
financially independent queen
When you’re earning income for yourself and are financially able to provide for yourself, it’s empowering. Not to mention it’s also very important!
I have heard stories of some women who have faced manipulation and stayed in extremely unhealthy relationships because they didn’t have a safe financial cushion to fall back on.
As a woman, when you are financially stable you are able to create the lifestyle you want. Although it doesn’t happen right away, it simply means that you are able to make time to pursue your own personal goals, invest in your passions, and of course build long-term security.
Going back to relationships, when you are financially independent this also means you have a relationship based on mutual respect for one another. It makes you have an equal voice when it comes to financial decisions that happen in your relationship.
I find that women who are managing and earning their own money creates a strong sense of self-worth, which in turn makes you feel more empowered. It shows that you don’t need to rely on someone else or other external sources for validation. You are getting that bag and thriving!
Let’s continue to celebrate how truly amazing we are! I hope you enjoyed reading this post at the significant ways in which I look at empowerment as a woman. Through any kind of profession and role in life, we are truly able to do it all.
What makes you feel empowered as a woman?
*all beautiful artwork pics are from Pinterest!
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