8 Quotes Every #GirlBoss Needs As A Reminder To Boss Up
It's one of those days: your boss is on your case, someone stole your lunch out of the fridge, gas prices have lost their mind, and your twist-out is not poppin'. You are somewhere in between wanting to smack someone and needing a long hug.
In the midst of working so hard, it's only natural to have off days and question our purpose. Am I doing enough? Am I appreciated? Should I continue? Doubts are often the first to rise to the surface and sometimes we just need someone to remind us why we're pushing so hard. Black women in particular are notorious for carrying everyone on their backs, prioritizing everyone else's needs before their own, and the pressure can become a lot.
But, there is sunshine amidst the clouds. Even on our worst days, we can look up to strong women of color who have paved the way for us to even encounter a number of the challenges we are up against. Their strength, perspective, perseverance, and words of wisdom can be our life raft in situations where we feel like we can't push forward.
Because of them, we can.
Here are 8 quotes from Black female extraordinaires to keep stashed away for a rainy day.
When You Question Your Impact...
"You may not always have a comfortable life and you will not always be able to solve all of the world's problems at once but don't ever underestimate the importance you can have because history has shown us that courage can be contagious and hope can take on a life of its own." – Michelle Obama
You're here. You're doing this. Take a deep breath and remember that before you can run a mile, you must stretch and finish one lap at a time. Acknowledge your small wins on the way to achieving the big one. And never forget that while silent, there are people around you cheering you on, or at the very least, observing your progress. Your persistence can inspire those around you and sharing rather than hiding your struggle can humanize the process.
It will get done. You can do this. Keep pushing.
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ItGirl 100 Honors Black Women Who Create Culture & Put On For Their Cities
As they say, create the change you want to see in this world, besties. That’s why xoNecole linked up with Hyundai for the inaugural ItGirl 100 List, a celebration of 100 Genzennial women who aren’t afraid to pull up their own seats to the table. Across regions and industries, these women embody the essence of discovering self-value through purpose, honey! They're fierce, they’re ultra-creative, and we know they make their cities proud.
VIEW THE FULL ITGIRL 100 LIST HERE.
Don’t forget to also check out the ItGirl Directory, featuring 50 Black-woman-owned marketing and branding agencies, photographers and videographers, publicists, and more.
THE ITGIRL MEMO
I. An ItGirl puts on for her city and masters her self-worth through purpose.
II. An ItGirl celebrates all the things that make her unique.
III. An ItGirl empowers others to become the best versions of themselves.
IV. An ItGirl leads by example, inspiring others through her actions and integrity.
V. An ItGirl paves the way for authenticity and diversity in all aspects of life.
VI. An ItGirl uses the power of her voice to advocate for positive change in the world.
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Rihanna Talks Shedding Expectations And Finding Balance As A Mother
Since becoming a mother in 2022, Rihanna has defined parenthood by her terms and hopes to pass that sense of autonomy on to her children.
For Vogue China’s April cover story, Rihanna shared her perspective on raising her two sons with A$AP Rocky, and how she hopes to preserve her children’s uniqueness, devoid of societal expectations.
"The most beautiful thing...is that [children] come into the world with their own individuality and sincerity, without any logic or conformity,” she told the publication. “Which usually makes you feel that you must fit into a certain group."
The “Work” artist, known for her trendsetting style and captivating persona, expressed her desire to support children in fully embracing their individuality and encouraging them to be whoever they want to be. "It's really beautiful to see and I want to continue to help them navigate that and make sure that they know they can be whoever they want to be,” she says.
She continues, “They should embrace it completely, because it's beautiful, and it's unique. I love them just that way."
From shattering music charts to shaking up the beauty industry, Rihanna has forged a path that has since created the “dream” life we see today. One that she says has made her parents proud of.
“I’m living my dream,” she continued. “My parents were very proud of that because they just wanted me to be happy and successful. So, I think the key thing is to find some kind of balance. Yes, balance is important. Do this and you get the best of both worlds. You can write your own life the way you want, and it will be beautiful. Sometimes, you just need to let go of everyone’s expectations and start living your own story.”
Rihanna, who shares sons, RZA, 23 months, and Riot, 8 months, with rapper A$AP Rocky, recently shared her vision for expanding her family in the future in Interview Magazine.
When stylist Mel Ottenberg asked about the number of additional children she hoped to have, Rihanna replied, "As many as God wants me to have.”
"I don't know what God wants, but I would go for more than two. I would try for my girl,” she adds. “But of course, if it's another boy, it's another boy."
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