It’s time for #wisdominheels
SO, this week I decided to launch a new ‘thang’, just a little thing, a mini project if you like.
For those of you who have missed it on my social media accounts, in a nutshell, I have decided to start a daily task in which every day I will share some words of wisdom.
But not just any ol’ wisdom. Nope.
Wisdom that only comes from the lips, minds and souls of women.
As women, our voices are often quietened. And indeed, sadly, in far too many cases, often silenced.
Women’s voices are too often ignored in meetings, too often unheard, too often belittled.
We are told to ‘calm down dear’ (remember that gem from our own Prime Minister), to be quiet, be polite and to not rock the boat.
Our views are mocked. Our opinions are not held in the same esteem. Our words are not heard and not shared enough.
Stinks doesn’t it?
Throughout my life, I have been surrounded by inspirational woman. Women from all walks of life, of varying ages, from different cultures.
I have been fascinated by their stories and have been moved by their words.
I have listened to their wisdom and been left in awe.
I’ve even shared snippets on here from personal letters from my Gran, who was probably the wisest woman I have ever known.
As for me? Well, this very blog has given me a voice. A voice that enables me to connect with others and share my stories.
Words are powerful and having a voice that is heard, that is recognised, that is respected, is everything.
Why? Well because without it, we pale into insignificance.
Women should not be ignored. Women should not be left out of the history books. Women do not deserve to be seen and treated as ‘less than’.
And so folks, my little mission has begun. #wisdominheels is born.
Every day (for as long as I can), I’ll do my best to share a quote on social media like the one pictured above. These quotes may come from something I’ve read that day or from words that I’ve heard spoken.
The one thing in common? You’ve got it – all will come from women.
Today is day four and already I’m loving the response #wisdominheels has had, with some of you even sharing your favourite quotes with me already! Marvellous that!
If you’ve missed all the action, fret not, you can catch them all on my Instagram account or FB page.
I really hope you’ll enjoy it and obviously, it goes without saying, please come and join in too! Every week I’ll try and share my favourite quotes that you’ve come across.
Let’s keep celebrating women’s voices and sharing them, shall we? The world needs to hear much more of them.
Welcome to #wisdominheels.
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With love,
Kate
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Love this little ‘thang’ and so far the quotes I’ve seen you post have been really good ones! The courage one above came at a perfect time for me too. Keep up the good work gorgeous xx
Your ‘thang’ is a lovely idea Katie – the quotes you have shared so far are brilliant. Long may #wisdominheels continue! xxx
What a freaking awesome idea. I will be following your social media and keeping an eye out.
Let’s speak out for women and remind the world that we are a force to be reckoned with!
Love, love, love this! I really enjoy my Daily Joy Instagram Project with images and quotes that talk about happiness and joy (can’t believe I’m into 90+ days already) and this is such a fantastic idea too! Will be reading and pinning your words of wisdom gorgeous lady as I just know that they will speak to me. Woo hoo!! xx
What a great idea!! I will definitely be keeping an eye out for quotes and if I can get my brain in gear I will try and contribute! :-) xx
Darling, you are just the lady to kick off such a thing! Love it, can’t wait to read – please do tag me on your instagram pics so that I catch them in my feed xxxxx
Whata great new initiative, I love it and will be following. Mich x
Goodness Katie this is so fabulous. I am absolutely honoured, proud and overwhelmed that you included a quote from me in this, your new venture. Really such a fantastic and empowering idea. This sort of thing is exactly why you got my nomination in the Bibs inspire category xxx
This is a fantastic idea, I’m so looking forward to my daily dose of wisdom x
Bloody brilliant idea and who better to lead this wisdom in heels than our lovely pouting Katie! I will definitely try and find a few of my own favourites to share with you too. Good luck with it :D
xxx
What a truly great idea!
I shared your Facebook post on ‘prettiness’ with my brother, Leon. My mum and I had recently had an argument over her pointing out a ‘pretty girl’ to my 3-year old whilst watching the telly. I quizzed her on why she was singling out the ‘pretty girl’ (particularly as I’d heard her do so a few times that week). She got very angry at me, and couldn’t/wouldn’t answer.
My issue was that I didn’t see the point in highlighting a person/child because of their aesthetic superiority. Nobody deserves extra merit for the way they look, and I really don’t want my child to be taught to start singling out a better looking face as preference over a less better looking face (whatever happened to the eye of the beholder, anyway?).
Mum totally didn’t see my point at all. Not one bit. That sucked. My brother later had a big conversation with mum and dad about the negativity of ‘prettiness’. He makes some solid and admirable arguments for feminism, largely due to his girlfriend teaching him about such matters. His viewpoints are to be admired, and your post on ‘pretty’ reminded me instantly of his thoughts on the word.
That was my verbose way of saying I like your #wisdominheels
Oh I loooooovvveeee this! I hope you dont mind if hop on board! I’m definitely going to share this idea too :) what a great idea!
Love this darling, so wonderfully inspiring, so you. Thanks for linking up to #brilliantblogposts x
Thanks so much Vicki! I’ve got so many big plans for it, all very exciting indeed. x
A brilliant idea! I’ve seen your social shares and love them! xx
Thanks Morgan! Please do join in and share your own wisdom or that of another wonderful woman x