Let’s talk about the subject so many of us are talking about and so many are avoiding to talk about. Yet, it is right in front of us every single day - the lack of diversity and inclusivity in so many industries. I believe life in general would be much better, if we look at someone as a person, first and foremost. But I’ve experienced many forms of subtle and direct racism and direct exclusivity my whole life. Yet it does not stop me from doing what I want, or treating people differently, or claiming my seat at any table. I do this in my own way - by being myself, by being kind, but direct. I ask questions and set boundaries. My grandma and my parents raised me to be better than the person who wants to hurt me with their words or actions. And I’ve two girls who I’m teaching the same. I hope you will stop to think about what it means, to see no inclusivity in what you are reading or consuming. Six little words. Spread the question.
“Who is not in the room?”
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Today marks sixteen days that I started a new creative personal project for 100 days:
One embroidered word a day, to create. One quote, to inspire. 100 days, to remember that done is better than perfect. It was like a cue for Self-doubt to show up.
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I have been writing on my blog since 2010. Why do I share? Because I care and want to connect with my readers. I share because I know there are other women, just like me, who are thinking “Hey girl! there you are, I was hoping to meet someone like you”. That’s why I write these words all the time:
‘be yourself - you are enough - you are seen - don’t doubt yourself’
But what if the person who needs to read or hear these words the most, is the one that seems so perfect or so strong and so nobody will ask them - ‘are you okay?’
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“Perfectionism is just Fear in fancy shoes ”.
Perfectionism? Me? I’m not a Perfectionist… Really Maureen?
I had to admit to myself that actually I am, while at the same time I’m very ‘go with the flow’ as well…
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The latest Nike ad has been on my mind since I heard it - it’s inspiring and so spot on.
“If we show emotion, we’re called dramatic.
If we want to play against men, we’re nuts….
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