There is a quote that I live by: “One day or day one. You decide.”
A woman’s journey is never a straight path. It is winding, unpredictable, and full of moments that shape her in ways she never expects. Every step, from professional milestones to personal moments, has an impact. It’s easy to become fixated on the destination, believing that fulfillment is found in achieving an end goal. But what if we focused on the journey itself instead? The beauty of every twist and turn, every moment of resilience, every quiet victory, whether seen or unseen.
Kalpesh Desai’s “My Journey” captures this sentiment perfectly:
I've traveled many a mile,
made pit-stops between
each tear and smile.
At every crossroad,
when it seemed a bit too much,
I shifted my paradigm without a clutch.
These lines remind us that growth comes from both peaks and valleys. The challenges we face, the lessons we learn, and the strength we develop along the way are what truly define us. The beauty of a woman’s journey is her ability to embrace every moment, both good and bad, and recognize that growth comes from facing challenges. It’s about taking each step, no matter how uncertain or daunting, and knowing that the woman you are becoming is shaped by everything you experience.
I own every dent, every scratch, every flaw.
I hold my tongue.
I won't be quick to the draw.
Self-acceptance is one of the most powerful realizations a woman can have. There is strength in acknowledging our imperfections in wearing our scars as evidence of survival and growth. Our circumstances do not merely shape us; we shape them. We are not just participants in our stories; we are the authors.
And perhaps the most empowering lesson of all? The shift from seeking external validation to finding worth from within. As Desai writes:
I no longer crave their validation or praise,
I can look in the mirror and meet my gaze.
I stand now, strong, and tall,
not shy of owning it all.
Over time, we learn that the approval of others does not determine our value. Each quiet moment of self-reflection, every whispered affirmation of “I am enough,” are the foundations of true empowerment.
A woman’s journey is written one line at a time, like a poem. Each word, each pause, and each sentence builds toward a beautiful, evolving story. As you continue to walk your path, take a moment to appreciate the beauty in every step. Appreciate the struggles that shaped you, the milestones that uplifted you, and the steps yet to come.
Ultimately, it’s not just about where you’re headed but how you embrace the journey step by step.
By Justina Torres