Empowered Enlightenment: 6 Ways to Feel Empowered as a Woman

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In celebration of Women’s Equality Day, August 26th, be empowered!

Throughout history, many great women have dedicated their lives to breaking glass ceilings and fighting for women’s equality. All of the society-changing achievements those women have accomplished have come from a place of self-empowerment. In the modern world, women from every walk of life have continued to build upon their predecessors’ work, from the global #MeToo movement to small but powerful acts of resistance against the patriarchy. Becoming a part of this global sisterhood dedicated to celebrating their identities as women simply begins with finding ways to feel empowered in your everyday life.


Empowered Enlightenment: 6 Ways to Feel Empowered as a Woman


Encourage and Uplift Other Women

In this world, it’s all too common to feel like you’re in competition with everyone else. Tabloids and entertainment news networks thrive off of pitting women against each other. However, part of empowering yourself is ridding yourself of the belief that you have to tear other women down to build yourself up. Instead of competing, foster an environment of mutual love and support with your circle. Buy from women-owned businesses, watch movies from female directors, and expand your network of female peers.

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Respect Yourself

Arguably the most important way of empowering yourself is to show yourself respect. Know that you’re deserving of good relationships and a happy life. Don’t hold yourself back by surrounding yourself with people who don’t show you the kindness and love you deserve. Fuel your body with nutritious foods and stay active to keep yourself physically healthy. When you show yourself respect, you’re telling yourself that you have value, and you’ll attract good experiences and people in line with that belief.

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Improve Your Sexual Wellness

Sex is often a taboo subject, and it can be challenging to talk about your sexual health with the stigma surrounding it. However, your sexual health is just as crucial to your wellbeing as any other aspect of health. 

One of the best ways to take control of your sexual wellness is by doing research. The female libido has traditionally been complicated for scientists to understand because the female sex drive is influenced by multiple factors, including stress, medication, and relationship issues. Understanding what affects your sex drive and how that impacts your sexual health can keep you happy and healthy. Be empowered!


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Take Self-defense Courses

The world can be a scary place, and that’s particularly true for women. If you’re planning on being out and about at night, it’s important to travel with a group. Or ask someone you trust to accompany you around. Unfortunately, it’s not always possible to find someone for every situation. So learning how to protect yourself is essential to your safety. 

Learning martial arts or taking kickboxing classes is an excellent way to learn some self-defense skills while also having a great workout. Hopefully, you’ll never have to use any of your newfound skills. But it’s empowering to know you can keep yourself safe if you need to!

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Practice Self-love

Self-love is an all-encompassing practice that can help you feel confident and beautiful in your everyday life. Society has taught women that their worth depends entirely on their appearance. And this pressure can be debilitating for so many women in the world. However, rejecting the ideas of what conventional beauty looks like and appreciating your body the way it is can make a huge difference in your life. You can always desire to grow and change. But accepting yourself and your path can go a long way in helping you feel empowered in your life. 



Take Advantage of Learning Opportunities

Becoming educated is one of the best ways to feel empowered. Not only will education push you to grow mentally and emotionally, but it will also equip you with the tools you need to be a skilled and socially conscious citizen of the world. As the saying goes, knowledge is power, so seek out the subjects and niches you’re passionate about and become an expert in your field.

The Bottom Line

It isn’t always easy to be a woman in this world. While society has made great strides throughout history to grant women equality, there is still much improvement to be made. Luckily, you can begin making a positive difference in your life and the lives of women around you by building up your self-worth. While it may take time and effort, becoming an empowered woman can help you live a positive and fulfilling life.