The very concept of a beauty ideal negates the value of women as people. Yet, throughout the ages and around the world, women are expected to act, be and look a certain way that fulfills a man’s desires, depending on the cultural context.
Spring is a reminder that it’s okay— and sometimes necessary— to go through periods of darkness in our lives. You don’t have to be in constant bloom; in fact, it’s exhausting to always be. You wouldn’t be able to exist without the inevitable ebb and flow of life.
The word prevail is defined as to gain ascendancy through strength, power, or influence; to prove more powerful than opposing forces, or conquer and overcome. You are stronger than your struggle. You are a victor, not a victim. You are a prize, not a pebble. You have the power to prevail.
