Radiance

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Far too many people suppress themselves to appease others. I adamantly REFUSE. We all tell our children they can be anything they want to be, and over time, we dull their shine and the shine of others by laughing at hopes, dreams, and goals. There is little support in this world, but mountains full of criticism. Isn’t it high time that be reversed?

Let’s Encourage One Another…

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This is one of the most fabulous things I’ve read in a while. As a writer, I come across a lot of negativity for my successes. There’s so much jealousy, and yet none of it comes from me. I do not see other people as competition. Support people if you want to be supported in kind. You catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar.

Diary Of A Surgery

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/03/24/opinion/angelina-jolie-pitt-diary-of-a-surgery.html?_r=0

I had to read this through tears. It’s still making me tear up as I go on with my day.

In truth, she didn’t have to talk about this publicly. It takes a lot of courage to do so. I have nothing but respect for her decision to openly and honestly talk about it, thus encouraging others to do the same. Anyone directing hate at her should take a long look in the mirror before going there.

I think it’s so important for women to know that they have options and not to allow fear to rule their choices. Knowledge IS power.