Woman in Me

I saw this post go viral on social media during Dasara (Dussehra).

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I was moved by how well various roles of women in the society, are brought out in the image. At the same time, I perceive this differently.

All the avatars of Devi (goddess) came into existence when she decided to change things herself – whether it was killing a demon or bringing prosperity. Mythology has always inspired women to identify and nurture the strength within us.

It’s not just Prayers, it’s time to ACT.

The Woman in me speaks:

  • Let the Durga in me, not succumb to anyone’s pressure to abort a child.
  • Let the Saraswathi in me, take responsibility to educate an underprivileged child.
  • Let the Lakshmi in me, guide me to be financially independent.
  • Let the Parvathi in me, shatter the system of dowry or β€˜so-called gifts’ – in cash & kind!!!
  • Let the Shakthi in me, train in self-defense.
  • Let the Kali in me, break the stigma of skin tones!!!

People contest that, the effect- the decades of patriarchy has had on Women’s self-worth and confidence cannot be erased in a short span of time.

I say – it’s all about making a decision & women supporting each other in this journey.

The day we realize that, the goddess is in us, we will no longer pray for things to change, instead will muster the courage to change things ourselves!

Art created by @whenlifegivesyoupaint

58 Responses to “SHE Avatars”

  1. Balaji Ramaswamy N Says:

    As usual a wonderful piece of writing. Your compelling style is something that can push people to take action.

  2. Anonymous Says:

    As always, its deep and thought provoking! Love the way you pen your thoughts!
    Well done, once again!

  3. deepasenthilainumilir Says:

    Energising and inspiring lines Preethi… Proud to be a women , a multifaceted avatar.

  4. Nikhi Says:

    Inspirational words….more power to ur words…More power to woman!!

  5. Anonymous Says:

    Truly Inspirational.

  6. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you so much Balaji 😊

  7. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you😊

  8. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you Mrs.Senthil πŸ™‚

  9. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you πŸ™‚

  10. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you πŸ™‚

  11. Suman Says:

    V nicely explained

  12. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you 😊

  13. Jaya Rao Says:

    Very well expressed! This is real women empowerment!

  14. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you 😊

  15. Bindhu Says:

    A great piece of encouragement πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ˜Š

  16. Anindita Says:

    As always, your write ups are very inspiring & thought provoking. We all think about it but not everyone can put it in words so beautifully as you do.
    The strength lies in us , we only need to channelise it the right way. Keepup the good work Preethi…

  17. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you so much 😊

  18. Pooja Says:

    Inspiring!

  19. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you 😊

  20. Mona Says:

    Exactly! I felt empowered already just by reading.

  21. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thanks Mona 😊

  22. Raj Says:

    Nicely written Preeti and good remimder for us to keep the unconscious biases within under check.

  23. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you 😊

  24. Anonymous Says:

    Incarnations of Goddess Lakshmi well portrayed. A stepping up in the right path and taking responsibility for ourselves is important too.

  25. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you 😊

  26. Anonymous Says:

    Expressed it aptly… way to go

  27. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you 😊

  28. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you😊

  29. Tinoo Says:

    So very thought provoking ..nailed it sweetheart . World needs more of this.
    Keep going.

  30. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you so much girl 😊

  31. Amrutha Says:

    Very nicely articulated…well done Preethi πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌ

  32. Anonymous Says:

    Beautiful depiction!

  33. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you 😊

  34. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you 😊

  35. Savitha Naidu Says:

    Keep writing! πŸ‘

  36. Afaujismagpie Says:

    😊😊

  37. Deepali Awasare Says:

    Dear Preethi, Love the idea of ‘Act’. I totally agree that we as women need to make a decision and effect change. Love your writing. Looking forward to more

  38. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you so much Mrs.Deepali 😊

  39. Harika. P Says:

    Perfectly framed preethi. I’m proud of you and happy to see your write ups.

  40. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you so much Harika πŸ™‚

  41. Anonymous Says:

    Preethi rightly said … PERFECTLY FRAMED … Shakti represents the divine feminine energy and is often personified as a goddess. Shakthi is considered the creative and nurturing force in the universe, and it’s often associated with power, strength, and fertility.It’s Shakti itself who has brought change and can bring in future ..looking for on this !!!

  42. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you so much πŸ™πŸ½

  43. Anonymous Says:

    It’s a wonderful write up Preethi. Very Intriguing. Good luck.

  44. Anonymous Says:

    This is Archana Shyam

  45. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you

  46. Afaujismagpie Says:

    πŸ‘πŸΌ

  47. Archana Says:

    You always amazed me Preethi πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘ your expression is too good……..very inspiring and motivating πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™

  48. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you so much πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ˜Š

  49. Jayashree D Suregaunkar Says:

    Truly, a meaningful n a different perspective. Very thoughtful. Special ingredients for the mind…

  50. Afaujismagpie Says:

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  51. M Balagopal Says:

    Very beautiful and apt.

  52. Harish Nair Says:

    Wow….very well written. Bringing out the true power, the true essence of woman.

  53. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you so much πŸ™πŸ½

  54. Himanshu Yadav Says:

    As usual, Love the way you put across the message for the society.

  55. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you πŸ˜ŠπŸ™πŸ½

  56. Dr Padmashri Rao Says:

    Wonderful narrationdear preethi

  57. Sandhya Says:

    Fabulous piece of writing reflecting your thoughts ❀️❀️❀️
    God bless u

  58. Afaujismagpie Says:

    Thank you atthe😊❀️

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