strong woman
Posted by Michelle Moquin on 17th February 2011
Good morning!
I find it interesting that people, including my mother, view me as a “strong woman”. Although I think when my mother says that I am a “strong woman” she pretty much thinks this: “Michelle is strong. She is a woman who is in control of her life and knows what she wants.”
Well….that is one definition and definitely can be part of it, but it is not the totality of what being a “strong woman” is all about. It is so much more.
I perused the net looking for the definition of a “strong Woman”, and found several. But they never quite said enough…they never quite lived up to what I thought a definition of a “strong woman” should be. Until I found this:
how to be a strong woman
Being a strong woman is not about physical strength, rather mental strength. In today’s society, the weak are prayed upon and often targeted for emotional abuse in different ways. While life is full of crisis that will eat up and prey on the weak, it is important to find your inner warrior. When you become a strong woman from the inside out, it gives you a fighting chance to survive any crisis that may come your way.
Instructions: Difficulty: Challenging
- Believe In Who You Are -Believe what you have learned throughout your life, and have found to be true. As long as the foundation in strong, then those shall not be able to tear it down easily. Never allow others to tell you who you are, believe in yourself and who are you as a person.
- Know You’re A Beautiful Person -No matter what anyone else thinks or says, know that you are beautiful. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and what is beautiful to one may not be so to others. As long as you know you are a good person from the inside out, then that is what truly matters.
- Stay True To Yourself -You should always stay true to what you believe and to who you are as a person. You are who you have to look at every morning and night, so make sure it is a reflection you want looking back at you. If you can honestly look at yourself and be proud of it, never allow anyone to make you feel bad for it.
- Become One Who Overcomes Obstacles -This one is very important, you do not want to be the victim all the time, so rise above the obstacles in your way. Become someone who can see the good in your battle over anything. Whatever comes your way be sure you can see your way out of the situation and make yourself better because of it.
- Be Brave -You have to stand guard for what you believe in, no matter who disagrees with it. Some people may see things in a totally different light then yours, and respect them for it, but don’t allow them to pursway you from your beliefs.
- Take Control -Be the one who guide others in the right direction. Never allow yourself to fall behind the cracks, be the voice others listen to. Make sure you stand up straight for what you believe in and can back it up with the knowledge needed.
- Don’t Let Anyone Define Who You Are -You should never allow anyone to define who you are as a person. When you allow someone to define you as a person, then it leaves you at their mercy. You must be able to stand as strong woman on your own and never rely on others to tell you what a great person you are. As long as you feel it from the inside it will show on the outside.
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So…do I view myself as a “strong woman”? At times I feel I am some of these and more, but certainly not all, all of the time. At times I am a babbling baby. But can’t that be a part of it too? “Strong women” cry too. And when they pull themselves out of it, at least for me, I feel that all of the toxic thoughts, and feel-sorry-for-me feelings get washed away, and I am left with clear (albeit red:) eyes and a pristine positive perspective.
I actually sometimes feel like I was born again. And I attach that feeling not to any sort of religious experience at all. It is just a feeling of “Ahh…I feel cleansed and clear. I made it through; I can deal with this.” And I literally feel stronger. If you ask me, crying is a great release that is underrated. I partake in it quite often. :)
“A strong woman is one who feels deeply and loves fiercely. Her tears flow abundantly as her laughter.”
Readers: So…what do you think? Do you agree? Do you have any additions? Love the instructions – pretty clear on how to get there. And yes, and the level of difficulty definitely can be challenging. But we women are strong.
We have to be strong.
“A strong woman is in essence a gift to all the world”
I’ll end my write with this poem that I found that I liked too:
woman of strength
but a woman of strength kneels in prayer to keep her soul in shape.A strong woman isn’t afraid of anything,
but a woman of strength shows courage in the midst of her fear.
A strong woman won’t let anyone get the best of her,
but a woman of strength gives the best of her to everyone.
A strong woman makes mistakes and avoids the same in the future,
but a woman of strength realizes life’s mistakes can also be God’s blessings and capitalizes on them.
A strong woman walks sure footedly,
but a woman of strength knows God will catch her when she falls.
A strong woman wears the look of confidence on her face,
but a woman of strength wears grace.
A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey,
but a woman of strength has faith that it is in the journey that she will become strong.
-d.cheeks
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