Ambition, motherhood and real recognition

Love was the easy part.
Getting a seat at the table? That took years.

Love is “you’re so sweet” and “so proud of you, darling” and “you’re amazing, mom.”
It’s easy as making mac and cheese.

But respect?
That’s seat-at-the-table, equal-say, I-won’t-interrupt-you, you-matter-even-when-you’re-not-nurturing energy.

Respect is rare.
Respect is earned ten times over before it’s reluctantly given.
Especially to women.
Especially to ambitious, self-possessed, unapologetic ones.

So yes, you’re rare.
Because you made it to this truth and still chose to stay open.
Still chose to build.
Still chose to lead.

You’re not asking for admiration.
You’re demanding something more dangerous: recognition.

Let’s top performing likability and start living in our power.

Respect isn’t a reward.
It’s your birthright.
And you’ve already earned it.

No Cinderellas here.