Twelve women, one common message: No matter what you face in life, you are worthy of love, happiness, and success! Each of our authors has shared personal stories of determination, self-love, and motivation. Their stories demonstrate courage and perseverance in a way that will leave you inspired to do the same.
With the turn of each page, not only will you want to cheer each woman on through the journey she shares, but you will also feel uplifted and empowered!
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“My father dismantled my mother’s car so that she could not escape…my mom, sister, and I walked in the cold snow without shoes. We climbed the two hills to get to the closest neighbour and they didn’t want to get involved.” ~ Suzy Tamasy
“After eight years, three surgeries, and radiation treatments, my mother had lost her battle with cancer in August 2020. I felt like my heart had been pulled out of my body.” ~ Olimpia Tulpan
“In the past, I had always put barriers up and played it safe. I feel ready now to stop saying no to myself and see where it takes me. With every “yes” I put out into the universe, more opportunities came my way.” ~ Cheryl Bailey
“Who would have imagined that an awkward, insecure tomboy from Bangladesh would ever be a model? I certainly never did.” ~ Sadia Salauddin
“One thing I would say about bullying is to not let it get the best of you. Always believe that you are amazing and strong, and never be afraid to stand up for yourself when someone has done you wrong.” ~ Mackenzie Lubeck
“My failures are like my battle scars, each one reminding me of how the lesson I learned from them made me stronger.” ~ Jennifer Traynor
“Over time, I placed my focus on things I wanted to do, and, in doing so, I gained self-confidence and independence. The thought of getting married and starting a family was far from my mind.” ~ Sutha Shanmugarajah
“I can make something beautiful from what other people would see as garbage, but I see the potential and importance of everything.” ~ Demi Theo
“I had watched all the family who put me down and continue to put me down all these years, be able to live their lives and I kept thinking to myself: when is it my turn?” ~ Victoria Trinh
“Time has changed me, I’m stronger, I’ve walked through grief without prescriptions to numb the feelings.” ~ Beverley Thomson
“I remember praying for a way out and praying to God saying, ‘Please have a plan for me. Please don’t let me go back to struggling to survive.’ I think I prayed every day, all day in my head while crying.” ~ Kimberly Anne Cranley
“What these experiences have taught me is that while we may not always win at life, there are always other chances to excel and that even the disappointing moments can teach us valuable lessons.” ~ Pat Kozyra
Suzy Tamasy
Creator & Co-author
Olimpia Tulpan
Co-author
Cheryl Bailey
Co-author
Sadia Salauddin
Co-author
Mackenzie Lubeck
Co-author
Jennifer Traynor
Editor & Co-author
Demi Theo
Co-author
Sutha Shanmugarajah
Co-author
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