By Sammesha Dominguez
Every woman should allow themselves the opportunity to rest, reset, reflect, and renew any area of their life that serves their purpose. When the load gets heavy, and you feel like you’re doing it all, it’s okay to give it a rest. If you’re still striving to become the best version of yourself but something isn’t working, it’s okay to reset. When you finally get to where you’re going and can say, “Girl I did that”, you won’t be afraid to reflect on past struggles because you’ve reawakened as the renewed and empowered woman you were always meant to be.
If you’re looking for a blueprint, here is a list of empowering reads by women with relatable experiences that can show you how to control your narrative, find your freedom, trust your gut, give a little attitude, and remember why you’re doing it in the first place.
Undiplomatic: How My Attitude Created the Best Kind of Trouble by Deesha Dyer
“Our stories are singular, but our destiny is shared.” -Deesha Dyer
Without credentials or connections, Deesha Dyer landed the role of a lifetime as the White House social secretary to former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. How often is a regular ‘around the way girl’ with no political background given the opportunity to intern at the White House? Battling with imposter syndrome, negative self-talk, and finding her place in the world, Deesha invites us on her unique journey of overcoming self-doubt, learning to appreciate her authentic self, and proving to the world nothing is out of reach for a dreamer.
