Happy International Women’s Day! I hope all the women feel loved and celebrated, not just today, but every day! It’s time for the annual advice column for women everywhere this International Women’s Day! Here are some sweet messages for you from amazing women:
2024 Advice
Remember for every piece of energy you give to someone else, you need to dedicate the same amount of energy to yourself. Because energy for others should never supersede your own well being!
Andrea M (photo courtesy of Andrea M)
Give yourself grace so you can learn from your mistakes & recognize your progress, no matter how small.
Alex A (photo courtesy of Alex A)
The worst they can say is ‘no.’ Take your shot — whether it’s applying for a job, scholarship, or other opportunities! You may be surprised by what doors open because of that.
Katelyn P (photo courtesy of Katelyn P)
Trust your intuition and trust yourself. Everything that is meant to be will follow.
Lynn L (photo courtesy of Lynn L)
Stop comparing yourself to other women, embrace and appreciate who you are and what you have. Let’s uplift, support, and love one another
Reona M (photo courtesy of Reona M)
“People are like grass; their beauty is like a flower in the field. The grass withers and the flower fades.” 1 Peter 1:24-25
Focus on what truly matters. Love yourself, love others. Live with a purpose and do not worry about tomorrow. Cherish every day you have been given, for your life is precious.
Betsy O (photo courtesy of Betsy O)
Life’s more fun when you don’t give yourself deadlines.
Talia W (photo courtesy of Talia W)
Struggle is a sign of growth. Growing pain is so real, but it does not mean you are defeated.
Adriana Z (photo courtesy of Adriana Z)
It is okay to go against the grain. It is okay to be corky or eclectic. It is okay to be “weird” or different. Oftentimes, there is so much pressure to mold ourselves into the boxes of society, to fit in and not make a fuss.
But you are uniquely and authentically made, created in His image. In a world where there is so much filter, authenticity is attractive. People crave that authenticity and the world needs you to add to the landscape of life.
Here’s to being the true version of you!
Jada P (photo courtesy of Jada P)
Don’t wait. The time will never be just right.
Jennifer A (photo courtesy of Jennifer A)
You are worth investing in. Whether that is financially, educationally, mentally and emotionally (i.e. therapy), or career wise.
And let those investments be in places that are genuine to you and according to what you need; not what someone else thinks you need. The payoff is beyond substantial.
Michelle A (photo courtesy of Michelle A)
Nothing you do will go to waste or be in Vain, but every experience has a purpose that will shape you into your destiny.
Alliyah R (photo courtesy of Alliyah R)
Get yourself a good support system! Find people you can do life with in the happiest and lowest points of your life.
