The idea of the “Superwoman” is one of the few concepts that transcends ALL race, class and economic distinctions. In a survey I conducted with women across the country, the one thing that the vast majority of them had in common no matter where they were born or raised, how much money they had, how old they were, etc. is that they were all expected by their families and by society to “take care of things.” They had all been taught either specifically with words, or through actions or most importantly, by watching the other females in their families, that the woman is the one who holds it all together; who sacrifices herself for the greater good.
The best lesson we can learn from this is that women are made extra strong; able to handle much more than the average person, but... But we still have a responsibility to take care of ourselves and give ourselves permission to live and love our lives. We also have a responsibility to allow others the space to grow without us making all of their decisions, correcting their mistakes and taking the blame for their bad decisions. It is how the world balances itself out and it gives everyone the chance to learn to be accountable. Superwoman should be a superhero, much like Batman and Superman and Wonder Woman. Girlfriend, take the weight of the world off your shoulders and live your life. It's time.
Super and a woman but not your Superwoman!
Til next time.
Peace.
Two fingers, one love.
