A true and deep spiritual connection to yourself is the a first step onto the oneiric path to happiness and fulfilment. Through connection to your spirit, you can reach heights that you never thought you could reach. When a woman is spiritually connected to her divine self, she is able to open up to all the forces and skills Nature has gifted her. She unbinds herself from the negative spells of the old path to finally know her value as a woman in this world.
The new path is elemental, clear, empowered.
The new path is decidedly and fundamentally feminine.
As an empowered woman, you have a multitude of skills and gifts to embrace : creativity, spirituality, self-care, community, nurturing, curiosity and gratefulness are amongst the most important. Today, I want to hand you seven keys to living your best life as an empowered woman. And all this while embracing your femininity and confidence.
The movie Hidden Figures is a beacon of strength and empowerment for women of all backgrounds and ethnicity. It lays out a method in keys to feel stronger than ever and reclaim your power.
“Hidden Figures” is a profoundly empowering movie for feminist women, shedding light on the often overlooked contributions of African American women in the space race. Set in the 1960s, a time rife with racial and gender discrimination, the film follows the real-life stories of three brilliant mathematicians—Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson—who worked at NASA. These women, despite facing systemic barriers and personal struggles, exemplified resilience, intelligence, and determination. Katherine Johnson’s exceptional skills in analytical geometry were crucial in calculating flight trajectories for Project Mercury and the Apollo 11 mission, breaking barriers not just in space, but in societal expectations of women, particularly women of color. Dorothy Vaughan’s journey from a segregated computing department to becoming NASA’s first African American supervisor in the computing division demonstrates her remarkable leadership and technical prowess. Mary Jackson’s relentless pursuit of education to become NASA’s first black female engineer highlights her unyielding spirit and dedication to science. The film captures the essence of sisterhood and solidarity, showing how these women supported each other through professional and personal trials. “Hidden Figures” serves as a potent reminder of the significant, yet often unrecognized, contributions of women in STEM fields. It encourages feminist women to embrace their intelligence, challenge societal norms, and pursue their ambitions with vigor and confidence. The movie also underscores the importance of representation and diversity in all fields, inspiring a new generation of women to break down barriers and pave their own paths to success. Through its compelling narrative and powerful performances, “Hidden Figures” not only honors the legacy of these pioneering women but also ignites a sense of pride and motivation among feminist viewers, reinforcing the belief that their dreams and capabilities are boundless. Here are 7 keys to take from it and apply to your own life and path for a maximum impact.
“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”
― Mary Oliver
Key 1. The journey starts now!
The journey to empowerment starts today. Don’t push it further down the road, the path starts here and now. If you feel powerless, if you hear this little voice inside your head telling you that you are not worth it, that you are not ready, that your life is not that great : confront this little voice and silence it. Each and every one of us is unique and has a unique voice, a unique path, a unique purpose. When you decide to take on this journey and start doing what you love and sharing it around you, you spread awe-inspiring vibrations. When you open up to the world, using all your gifts, your singular and precious skills that only YOU have : you are finally living your life as an empowered woman, in perfect connection with your Spirit, aligned with your divine self.
Key 2. Embrace your present and open up for the future.
As an empowered woman, you need to allow yourself to live fully in the present and to let go of the past, without resentment, in a perfect stream of consciousness. Connecting with your inner self, aligning with your Spirit will help you to recognise and understand how your thoughts work and what you truly believe in. Set some goals and affirmations that will help you keep up with your expectations and take advantage of everything life can offer, one day at a time. Additionally, if you want to instil a positive, love-infused and inspiring aura in your daily life, journal some daily affirmations, in forms of haikus, drawings, mantras that you can carry around with you and keep in mind all day long. These daily rituals create a spiritually rich commitment to yourself, separate from your partner, family or friends’ beliefs and vibrations, and will allow you to wholly embrace the empowered woman you know you are.
Key 3. Trust your feelings and your body.
Your body knows you better than your brain ever will. One thing that a lot of people say that I believe is actually at the core of our essence is : “Trust your gut”. In fact, this could not be more accurate! Nurturing and cherishing your body is essential to the development of the soul : hot baths scented with essential oils, massages, healthy meals and green cleanse will make you feel renewed. To stimulate, awaken and cultivate your femininity, sensibility, intuition, imagination and desire, practice yoga and meditation. Especially when you need to put your thoughts on hold and return to the essentials : your feelings, your gut instinct. Don’t forget that your body, as a sacred space, cradles your most intense, primal, intimate feelings. It keeps your courage, patience and innate feminine force safe and luminous; always cherish it.
Key 4. Awaken your creativity.
Your creativity is fertile, prolific and cosmic. It is intrinsically linked to your Spirit and therefore, is one of your most intimate means of action. Whether your creativity is used in dialogue, in decisions you make, in new projects, routines, self-care habits or in Art itself, it will define your relation to the world and the way you interact with it. Investing more time and more of your passion and identity in a new hobby or cycle of meditation will stimulate and strengthen your creativity and re-affirm your unique gifts.
Key 5. Take chances, be audacious.
You are a woman, you are a strong and unstoppable force of Nature! Remember to be bold and to take risks. Facing your fears by confronting a situation that used to frighten you will transcend the limits you had once set for yourself. Don’t wait for the approval of your family and friends. You don’t need to be praised or acknowledged to accomplish something new, do the things you love or walk the path you choose. Initiate all things in your life with courage, determination and ambition. You know your value, your power and the wilderness of your spirit. Take chances and live these exciting moments fully, you are an empowered soul.
Key 6. Be grateful and forever willing.
Life is a journey. Love is a path we take. Along the way, we are constantly challenged and confronted to many choices, many obstacles and rain storms. But along the way, we also come across many awakenings, divine lights, sunny fields of violets in the Spring and inspiring moments. When your empowered soul comes across a positive energy, a creative fever, a breakthrough of any kind or aligns perfectly with a compatible soul, remember to take a moment to breathe and be grateful for the beauty, the inspiration and the spiritual outlook. Walk the path of your life being forever willing. Accept the magnificent moments and people that come your way and have the wisdom and courage to let go of those who weaken your soul. Gratefulness and will are our most precious elements of choice and freedom, use them every step of the way and learn each day.
Key 7. Create or join a community, inspire others and be inspired.
Creating community is the most uplifting and wholesome creation a woman can achieve. Joining a group of like-minded women who are walking a similar path to yours can nourish your soul, bring you some support and extra courage. It will inspire you in ways you had not considered before. Whether it is joining an online community of empowered women like you, a book club at your favorite café, a social event at your yoga club or an after-work session for women, you will find inspiration and spread inspiration. And always remember that sometimes, it will help you keep up with your goals and remind you that us all, Women, have the power to do anything we set our heart to.
