Menstruation isn’t a weakness; it’s simply proof of how strong women really are. Women have built empires, led revolutions, and changed history. They have pushed through and conquered all while dealing with this natural phenomenon. Even when faced with pain, discomfort, and ache, women continue to push forward, inspire, and motivate.
Let’s think about the amazing Serena Williams, as she highly influenced the tennis world. Or former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who ran the country of New Zealand. Whether they’re athletes, politicians, or just themselves, they show up and show out, making history no matter what hardships they face.
Throughout women’s history, they have fought through pain: physical, emotional, and societal. All this to be able to have opportunities in life. Katherine Johnson, a NASA mathematician, Malala Yousafzai fighting for girls’ education worldwide, Frida Kahlo, despite being in the condition she was, created beautiful art that challenged the barriers.
None of these women had an easygoing life, but they preserved anyways, and this is all it’s about. Perseverance is key to life. Pushing through cramps or societal expectations, always refuse to let it get in the way of your shining light. Women don’t stop making history because they’re dealing with their period, they run businesses, make laws, raise families, and endlessly change the world, even when expected to keep themselves quiet.
Others might not always recognize the strength they have and treat menstrual health as something to be ashamed of. But why be embarrassed? Especially about something so common? Use it as an opportunity to keep on climbing up the ladder of success!
This Women’s History Month, let us celebrate and congratulate not only the big achievements, but everyday victories of the women of today. The many times women chose to keep on pushing and refused to be chained down by the weights of life. Because if history has anything to prove to us, it’s that nothing can stop a woman on a mission, not even our cycle. So, let’s embrace this gift of menstruation and use it as a symbol of our women’s endless potential and power. Period!
About The Author: Hi! I’m Kayla. I’m a 10th Grader at East Ridge High school and I currently do Color Guard and DECA. My favorite color is pink and love researching and informing others! In the future, I hope to become a neuropsychologist. I also love singing, dancing, and living life! Period.