International Women’s Day is a worldwide event that celebrates women’s achievements – from the political to the social – while calling for gender equality. It has been observed since the early 1900s and is now recognised each year on March 8. (Source)
So today, I decided to dedicate my posts to every beautiful, independent, and strong women around the globe. Here are some inspiring messages for all. 🙂
On being the type of woman
Sarah Kay was the first person who introduced me to Spoken Word Poetry years ago. Her works are awesome and heartfelt. Here’s a lovely piece she wrote and performed for the Button Poetry that speaks on what type of woman we are meant to be. ❤️❤️❤️
On being stereotyped by men
Most men, well, maybe those that I’ve met so far, view women as some damsel in distress in dire need of a knight in shining armor. Truth is we’re not. There are also battles we could fight and we don’t just simply sit in the corner with a screaming silence when situation occurs. Jane Austen could agree to that. 😉
On being beautiful
I think we’re locked in our own cage of self-doubt without us knowing that we had the key all along. Yes, I know, easier said than done, especially when the world that we live in starts defining a woman’s worth with it’s own scale entrenched by stereotyping (the sole root of anxiety among women). So here’s a song from Colbie Caillat to remind us that we are beautiful- inside and out. Remember that.
On being fearless
For that love of Taylor Swift (no haters, please!). I think Taylor has said enough in this one. 😄😄😄
On finding inner calm and peace
To those who are running, to those who are lost, to those who have fallen, and to those who have found the inner calm and peace. Here’s a beautiful piece from none other than Lang Leav.
On being yourself
An upbeat song from my girl crush, Tori. The lyrics say it all. 😉
On making choices
Who could better tell us the true strength of a woman than Angelina Jolie herself? An excellent actress, Ambassador of Goodwill, and a loving mother. ❤️❤️❤️
On staying on course
Lastly, I’m leaving you with a message from 2015 Miss Universe, the Philippine’s pride, and a woman who is confidently beautiful with a heart, Pia.
Enjoy the rest of the day everyone! 🙂 🙂 🙂
March 8, 2016 at 12:51 pm
Oh wooow! Love the songs, the quotes and your words you have put together for this post.
#GIRLPOWER!
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March 8, 2016 at 3:10 pm
Glad you enjoyed it! Happy women’s day to you, Rosema. 😉
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March 8, 2016 at 3:18 pm
Happy Women’s Day to you, too! 😀
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March 8, 2016 at 3:05 pm
Great ‘girl power’ quotes and inspirations. Love the song and the poem about self-love is very wise!
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March 8, 2016 at 3:18 pm
Glad you enjoyed it, Mandi! Thank you and happy women’s day too. 🙂 🙂
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March 9, 2016 at 4:58 am
And to you!
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March 9, 2016 at 3:03 pm
🙂 🙂 🙂
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March 8, 2016 at 7:08 pm
Maria, this is a wonderful post!
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March 9, 2016 at 1:53 pm
Oohh… thank you PJ! 🙂 🙂
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March 9, 2016 at 11:39 am
Very inspirational post Maria!! Happy International Women’s Day to you!!! 🙂
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March 9, 2016 at 3:10 pm
Happy International Women’s Day to you too, Deb! And thank you. 😉
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