To shine a light on these struggles and humorously share this pain with the entirety of the women's community, the Instagram page “Girlsprobzz” posts memes that perfectly sum up what it means to be one. From lighter topics such as shopping therapy to existential dreads like having to work for the rest of our lives, there’s bound to be something relatable for everyone. All you have to do is scroll down and enjoy!
While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out a conversation with empowerment coach and international women’s speaker, Dr. Angela Butts Chester, and women's empowerment strategist and communication expert, Meg Bucaro, who kindly agreed to tell us more about empowering women through their struggles.
Asking and listening can also help. “Engage with those who matter to you most—ask them what they need and how you can assist, both personally and within the larger community,” Dr. Chester says. “For instance, a new Mom might need time to rest or have some personal time; offering to take care of the kids for a few hours can be incredibly supportive.
On a professional level, this means advocating for the advancement of the most qualified individuals, including women. Recognize and value their abilities without letting their roles as wives or mothers overshadow their professional qualifications. Every person matters in making the world a better place,” she explains.
Bucaro emphasizes the importance of asking questions and listening to women’s struggles. “Ask women what might help them to feel appropriately supported and help them to be the best version of themselves.”
“While there is so much out of our control, as women, from a day-to-day experience, I urge all of us to focus on what is under our control,” she says. “How we show up, present ourselves, prepare, and judge ourselves is up to us. Defining what the best version of ourselves actually looks like is an exercise in intentionality. Even if we could 'do it all'... why would we want to? I urge each woman to invest in herself and be intentional about her expectations and desires.”
Dr. Chester concludes by saying, “Let’s not forget that an important part of women’s empowerment is not anti-anything else. The women of the world are an amalgamation of all the people who have poured into her, as well as those who haven’t. Her learned behaviors, acquired knowledge, and personal experiences have helped make her the person she is today.”
