“You are not defined as an independent woman by your partners or parents. You define yourself. Be brave and confident in yourself.”- Helen Keller
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They say a girl becomes a woman when she learns to love herself more than she loves a man. This statement, though a little hilarious, carries a profound truth. In a world where societal expectations often prioritize romantic relationships, it’s essential for a woman to cultivate self-love, independence, and a sense of humour. This is a light hearted blog post, and hope while reading this, you sprinkle it with a touch of humour and recognise the wisdom within!
The Saga of the Quest for Prince Charming:
The story of Cinderella rescued by the glass slipper bearing prince and the world of Barbie finds Ken, little do we realise that our girls are growing up with a dream of being carried away by a handsome prince on a white horse.
We bring up our girls with a steady diet of fairy tales of Prince Charming and happily-ever-afters and let them get caught up in the pursuit of love and romance. Nevertheless, becoming a woman means realizing that true happiness doesn’t solely depend on finding a man. It’s about finding oneself, embracing individuality, and cultivating self-love. You don’t need a man to complete you. You need to find yourself to be complete.Let’s face it; Prince Charming can wait while we conquer the world
“Who’s going to stop me?” is the right mental attitude for any strong woman who takes control of her life from the hands of others and places it squarely on her own.” – Sheryl Sandberg
The Dating Chronicles:
A phase in a girl’s life and a nightmare for parents, and definitely an escapade for the daughters. We dread the dates they go on and they thrive in our misery!
Navigating the dating world can be a hilarious adventure. From awkward encounters to bizarre online profiles, women often encounter humorous scenarios (not always) that teach valuable lessons. Embracing self-love means laughing at these dating misadventures and acknowledging that finding the right partner is not the sole measure of success. In the end, we become women when we can look back at our dating chronicles and chuckle at the journey.
“Do not calm the wolf within you simply because you met someone with the strength of character to handle you.”- Eleanor Roosevelt
Embracing Quirks and Imperfections:
True self-love means embracing our quirks and imperfections. It’s about realizing that we don’t need to fit into society’s narrow beauty standards or mould ourselves to please others. Women become women when they celebrate their uniqueness, quirks, and all the little imperfections that make them beautifully imperfect. It’s a giant step towards embracing ourselves, when we look in the mirror and say, ‘I love what I see.” A little thinner, a little fairer, a little darker, etc etc …. Let’s get rid of them. Look at yourself every morning and smile with a wink, cause you need to put a little air below your wings and fly higher!
So, let’s raise a glass to messy hair, goofy dance moves, and embracing our perfectly imperfect selves!
Pursuing Passions and Dreams:
A woman truly comes into her own when she pursues her passions and dreams, independent of any romantic involvement, independent of any dominance, free of any influence that could ever override her. Whether it’s a career, a creative endeavour, or a cause close to her heart, self-love means nurturing her ambitions and carving her own path. So, let’s chase our dreams fearlessly, knowing that our worth isn’t determined by a anyone’s affection, but by our own self-belief and accomplishments.
“Identifying yourself, knowing who you are, what you believe in, and where you want to go is one of the most courageous things a woman can do.” – Oprah Winfrey
Embracing self-love is a vital step in girl to womanhood journey. It involves prioritizing personal growth, independence, and humour. As women, we learn to love ourselves more than we love a man, not in a dismissive way, but in a way that empowers us to be the best versions of ourselves. So, let’s laugh at the dating mishaps, celebrate our quirks and imperfections, and pursue our passions with gusto. In the end, a woman who loves herself is a force to be reckoned with, armed with confidence, resilience, and a smile that radiates her inner strength.
love and a wink,
Divya.
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