As a successful woman in the 21st Century, I can honestly say, the journey up to this point has been plagued with decision after decision. Some decisions were so difficult to make, they often made me depressed. And even when I professed my decision, there were times I belted it out in anger, frustration and unwillingness. So what sacrifices have women made? Here goes. And scene…….
1. Accepting the Dream Job – There are times when women accept entry-level jobs knowing a promotion is inevitable and then BAM, when we’re asked to move up the corporate ladder we say, “No” because if we are a mother or wife, the family faces repercussions.
2. Having More Children – What can we do when the “shop” is closed but he wants more children? 7 times out of 10 having more children affects our bodies and self-esteem.
3. Relocating – In most cases if a man has his job relocated the whole family would move but if it is the woman, they might not necessarily move. She would find another job.
4. Furthering her Education – When a woman has a baby, as beautiful as that may be, there is a hold on her studies.
5. Appearance – This one is a superficial reality. She wants to be skinny with short hair and wear a particular color lipstick but he wants her with more meat on her bones, long hair and no make-up at all.
6. Social Life – He hates your friends and forbids you to go out with them. To keep the peace in the relationship, she limits her girl-outings until at some point they become obsolete.
Women should choose to pursue the interests in which she is passionate about. When she doesn’t, it is denial of herself; the killing of her soul, not a sacrifice that she is making. If a woman does gather the courage to go against the expectation of her ‘sacrifices,’ she is immediately branded as selfish. Only very few women remain courageous and stand their ground and pursue their passion despite the resistance. To those women, I salute you. For those who haven’t found their courage, I encourage you. Smooches Dolls!
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