In this progressive society and an era of social media it amplifies messages and allow them to reach the places where generally we might not able to. In recent times, we tend to celebrate all the days which are dedicated to some instances or people but I believe most of the time it was a forced gesture. One of the example I can take and some of us might feel offended too. International Women’s Day is on 8th March and I am sure your Insta and FB feeds would be filled with photos and quotes which will talk about Women empowerment and freedom. It might be my own feeling but we tend to forget the same in real life where you should appreciate women in your life as and when you get a chance. Sometimes you might not get the chance before its too late.
Think about your life and women you know. Think about the mother’s, the wives, the daughters, the sisters and your female friends, think about how they show up always when you are in need irrespective of their own stress and problems. Even if they are exhausted but they will still find space to carry the burden of others. I asked sometimes, is it required? Why cant this person says why I am the one who always have to understand? The answers which I found (not all) is that’s how they are programmed to be. People who know me, they can vouch that I keep on saying that I always need a Women support to function in my life and when it is not there I go on destruction mode. It applies to my personal and professional front too. I was contemplating a lot before writing this post because of following issues:
1. Some names I can not write here as they have their own struggle in life to deal with
2. Some names might not know that they got a Fan
3. Why would I share my secret list of Super Women who helped me throughout success (some of my Friends would take some name here who caused lot of dent) and failures
We keep saying women’s are strong and they have power to change the world and we have never thought that these thoughts/statements put unnecessary pressure on them. Sometimes I believe they take decision basis influence from the surrounding and to please people just to prove a point that whatever they are saying I am validating that or not. In my opinion, validation is not at all required as my Boss’s Whats app status say “True thinking is free from fear”.
I have been told my posts are very long to read so I am just coming back to the point which I was trying to make. Listing down 6 Women in my Life because of whom I am what I am currently in a positive manner.
My Mother: I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for all that she has done for me throughout my life. She has been my constant source of love, support, and inspiration, and I am so grateful for everything she has done to help me become the person I am today.
From my earliest childhood memories, She has been there for me, guiding me through life's ups and downs with unwavering patience and kindness. She has always (almost excluding some beatings) believed in me, even when I doubted myself, and her encouragement and support have given me the confidence to pursue my dreams and to become the person I am today.
Her unconditional (sometimes its too much responsibility for me to handle) love and selflessness have been an inspiration to me, and I am truly blessed to have her as my mom. Her unwavering dedication to our family and her tireless efforts to make our lives better has not gone unnoticed, and I want her to know how much I appreciate everything she has done for us. As they say the only Women who can change a Man with force is his Mom and no one else.
Thank you, Mom, for everything you have done for me. I love you more than words could ever express.
Co-Founder of a Start-up: On this Women's Day, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude and appreciation for all that she has done for me as an individual and as a working professional. She is the reason for my understanding in payments and its impact in the business. She will remain one of the best people I have worked with apart from being my Mentor in my early days. As she speak out for the things she believes in, she is doing so with passion, empathy and authentic collaboration that embraces all voices and all people from all walks of life.
A Lawyer: She has come in the life at a very inappropriate time when I was very busy in finding my professional way in life. She has helped me in getting the prospective where I learned that the decisions and judgements are passed basis perception. None can change the reality and you must always fight for the things which makes you happy. Society is just group of people who can not decide how you want to lead your life. The stint was very short and she was magical in all the aspect and I must say from Chaiwala to Tapriwala till date would recognize her voice. Recently I met her and now she is one of those people who are trying to make a world a better place.
A Drama Queen: I always think that why people meet me in a very difficult or at a time whenever I am not in my best state. In other hand, may be my vulnerability make them enter in my life to support and pull me up so I can put the fight again. I was drowning in my own overthinking and diving to the lowest of my life personally then I met her and she was the one who makes me believe that if something is suffocating you then you have to pull the plug else suffering would never stop. We worked in many projects and I have been told that we were the best team, needless to say we proved that too. She is the one from whom I have learnt that if I want to order a Coffee in five star restaurant then I have to say “Hot Coffee” else they will bring room temperature coffee.
My Official Boss: As a female leader in my current org, She has inspired me and many others in my team with her dedication, expertise, and guidance. Her leadership style is admirable, and her commitment to excellence is contagious. She has shown us that with hard work, determination, and perseverance, anything is possible. Her passion for work and for supporting our team has made a significant impact on our success. I would like to thank her for setting such high standard for me to aspire to. Her Leadership and mentorship have been invaluable to me and I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from her. You are not as burdened by the limitations and biases that held back innovative women of the last century. And you are strong, opinionated, important, and relevant! I was able to write all these because I know for a fact she wont get to read this.
A Girl in Saree: Personally, I don’t like knowing people because its too much responsibility to handle and that is the reason I don’t have much friends but when I get to know people I cant stop myself to knowing them well. As I have written about this person in various post, she seems a breeze and a storm at the same time which need not to be controlled. A Girl with strong opinion on things and always wanted to do the right thing (according to society and her judgment) for which she can go to any extent. I have learnt from her that be open and receptive towards the change and you have to go out else people wont come to you. The funny part is she believes in destiny too (Difficult for her to understand this joke). Her courageous perseverance is critical at a pivotal time, and she would realize one day the true potential. I hope I would be there to witness that because even sky cant contain that kind of energy.
I have been privileged enough to work and be with my friends and colleagues along with my relatives. Some way or the other I have always learnt something from someone and for which I am very thankful. Sometimes these people irritates me too but if you want to learn from the best then you have to leave the rest. There are some special people who are incredibly kind and thoughtful and just by being there they just brighten my day.
As we celebrate Women's Day, I want to honor you and all the other amazing women who have made a difference in our lives. You have been a guiding light for me, and I am so grateful for your love and support. You got a FAN in me who is rooting for you One... Two... Three... Maybe so many of us fail to recognize or appreciate the power and energy you bring it because by the time we get to ten, we are already on to the next Big thing. Or exhausted. But we will reach there for sure!
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