Tag: authenticity
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How my parents inspired my ‘fearless’ attitude
Often, we don’t even realize who we’re meant to be because we’re so busy trying to live out someone else’s ideas. – Oprah Winfrey By the age of six, I knew what set my soul on fire. I loved writing, painting, drawing, being creative and learning everything I could about the world around me through…
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I’m teaching my child to have a voice while getting mine back
No one would have ever guessed that I would grow up to pursue a career in journalism because for a long time I did not speak. But journalism helped me find my voice, and so did Ali (my now eight-year-old). I knew that if I chose to stay silent, it would be dangerous for me…
Mommy Finger, Baby Finger 