What Equality Truly Means to Us This International Women’s Day
Jacinda Ardern's resignation got me thinking, there's so much pressure on us to have it all, and do it all, but none of us are superhuman. We should be supporting one another to live life the best way we can.
So on Friday, March 3rd, we gathered at Clos Maggiore for an intimate lunch with a group of fabulous women to celebrate International Women's Day and do just that!
Whilst enjoying the amazing food and the beautiful surroundings we each shared our stories of what’s got us to where we are today and some of the challenges we have faced along the way.
It felt so good to just openly talk and celebrate some of the incredible achievements everyone around the table had made. It is worrying how rare it is for women to have a space where they can openly discuss their successes without feeling the need to downplay or apologise for them.
Throughout our conversation, one theme kept recurring: the challenge of staying true to oneself in a world that often imposes rigid expectations and stereotypes. We grappled with the question of how to create a society where everyone feels free to express their true selves without fear of judgement or discrimination.
The topic of gender equality also sparked a lively debate among us. While the phrase is often used to advocate for women's rights, we questioned whether it really captures the essence of what we want for ourselves and future generations. Perhaps what we really want is not just equality with men, but the freedom to define and live out our own unique identities.
We also explored the limitations of labelling energy as "masculine" or "feminine." We agreed that these labels can be misleading and restrictive, making it difficult for both men and women to fully express themselves in ways that go beyond traditional gender norms.
Our discussion also touched on the topic of some of our children, and the unique challenges they face in a world that still holds many preconceived notions about gender roles. We talked about ways to protect our kids from these limiting ideas and to encourage them to be true to themselves, regardless of their gender.
Although we acknowledge that there is still a long way to go, today's conversation left us with a sense of hope and possibility. If we come together more often to share our experiences, celebrate our successes, and support each other, we can make significant strides toward creating a world where women can live their lives to the fullest.
