The words “yes” and “no” are very powerful. How can women use both of those words to excel in life?
I think women in general, but especially Black women, have the natural tendency to “cape” [be a superhero] for others; we will go hard for our children, men and families at the sacrifice of our own time, energy and spirit. One of the most powerful lessons I’ve ever learned was to say is “no” to others and “yes” to prioritizing myself first. There’s a reason why when you’re on a flight, in the case of an emergency, you should put the oxygen mask on yourself first.
Name three women #HERstory (history) makers you’d like to thank for their contributions to society.
Sylvia H. Williams, Harriet Tubman and Gloria Richardson. I’m from the Eastern Shore of Maryland, so the last two #HERstory makers hold a permanent place on this list for me.
As a woman #HERstory maker yourself, what do you want your legacy to be?
My husband and I are raising a strong-willed, decisive, confident, no-nonsense Black woman. Her name is Bella, and she’s my legacy.
