242 years ago, our ancestors gathered together and created a document that declared our independence from Great Britain, telling foreign nations why the colonies were separating from Great Britain. Ultimately, the colonists realized Great Britain didn’t have their best interest at heart.
Let’s follow in the footsteps of our ancestors and stop letting the opinions, goals, and visions of others determine our paths in life! What we have failed to realize is everyone bears individual responsibility for the choices made in life. One day, we will look back on our lives and determine if our “I’m glad I did” outweighs the “I wish I had”.
I believe to achieve our goals, we should constantly seek knowledge from all sources including other strong and independent individuals. Mohadesa Najumi said it best: “The woman who does not require validation from anyone is the most feared individual on the planet.”
Today, let’s declare our independence from people and situations that are oppressive, controlling, and unfair. We will no longer be afraid and will strive everyday to achieve our dreams.