Celebrating the essence of womanhood is a joyous experience. But, isn't womanhood just about being a woman?
For some, womanhood is linked to their biology and to traditional gender roles. For others, womanhood is an identity they claim, carve and define for themselves. Womanhood is a deeply, transpersonal experience which belongs to every person who claims it as part of their identity.
To truly embrace womanhood, is to break free from traditional narratives. It is fluid, expansive and inclusive of races, identities and orientations.
Do not live someone else's life and someone else's idea of what womanhood is. Womanhood is you! Viola Davis
Womanhood is found in the stories we share, the love we give and the lives we touch. it is an evolving, emboldening journey of innate strength mingled with yielding softness. It is nurturing, supportive and caring. Peace, equity and equality play an important part too in cultivating the spirit of womanhood.
Celebrating the essence of womanhood comes from recognising and respecting identity. For some, just living as their authentic self can be a challenge. Truly celebrating womanhood recognises cis, trans, queer, non-binary femme all sharing the right to celebrate the essence of what their womanhood means to them.
Sadly there are people who will stay stuck in outdated thinking, but surely we can enjoy a richer life if we explore this with an open mind?
If you are curious and I hope you are! I've chosen just a few bits of information to support 'celebrating the essence of womanhood.'
- Explore the stories of women who have trail-blazed. "I Know A Woman" Kate Hodges writes about the inspiring connections between women who have shaped our world.
- Talk about the evolving gender roles, equality and empowerment. Hold discussions about balancing career and personal life. Coming up with practical tips will always be welcomed.
- Celebrate how different cultures honour womanhood through festivals. Check out www.heartoftherosefestival "An intimate women's festival to honour ad re-member the way of the Heart, the wild mysteries of the Feminine and the Feminine Path of Awakening."
- Subscribe to https://thewowfoundation.com to follow news about WOW Women of the World.
- Listen to a podcast about what it means to identify as a woman today. "This is Womanhood" Gina Torres hosts inspiring storytelling around guests unique experiences of womanhood.
- Meditate quietly, sitting with what womanhood means to you. Allow your feelings to come to the surface so that you can explore your own journey through life as a woman.
So, together let's celebrate the essence of womanhood as something wonderful and uniquely yours.
With love
Jules x