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“This book is an excellent read. There were many topics that resonated with me. I agree that women need to stand in their power and not give up the fight for equity. Beauty is indeed a social and patriarchial construct and social media really does try and mostly succeeds in hijacking women's voices when they should be working with to bring much needed change. I do not know what they are afraid of why they try to control our narratives and our bodies. As a pediatrician working in a community where there are lots of teenaged mothers, I will be recommending this book so they can begin what the author refers to as their "confidence journey." I liked that she dedicated this not only to her mom who made her an "imagineer" but also to "the men who have the courage to love us responsibly." So much to unpack and think about. Again, an excellent read!
“The book was an easy read but the content was very deep and thought provoking. I remember at least 2 incidences where I was offered managerial positions but turned them down because I didn't think I was good enough, not qualified enough or " too black" to lead a group of white folks. I loved your definition of beauty. The section that focused on comparisons between children definitely hit a sensitive spot. I felt like you were describing my childhood days. Great book to add to your collection. This book was well thought out, well researched and a great tool to help us women to deal with our "stuff". Thanks Judz for opening our eyes to no longer standing on the sidelines but to step out and make a change. Badass indeed! Love it!! A must read!!!!
“This book by Judith D. Hall is so relatable. It reminds me of all the issues I faced in high school with peer pressure and a lack of confidence. There were also a lot of things I had never heard before like the chinese golden lillies and the breaking of little girl's feet so they would have tiny "lotus feet". I think it was a very dangerous practice and as the author said some girls died of infection. I loved the poem at the beginning of the book. In celebration of women she writes that women are "the mothers of paupers and kings and the connecting links in universal things" very beautiful. And yes I am looking for a day when there is equality between women and men. There is so much to talk about here. I want to encourage everyone to read this so we can understand each other better. Thanks for a very funny, educational and informative read.
“I read this book and I was totally blown away. I know the author said she wrote it for women and girls. I am neither, but I saw myself in it word for word. I suffered chronic insecurity for years. I never knew I was handsome. When told so, I would get really embarrassed. I have missed many opportunities because of my inferiority complex. Great piece of writing. I am sure men, not just women should read this book.
“Your professionally researched information on women's marginalization throughout centuries and time creates awareness in even the most simplistic or frivolous of minds. I believe it will impact self-esteem and self-confidence in women positively. The weaving of the past and present has established a bridge for the future that will impact the fortunate people who get the privilege to read your book. As an avid reader and an author I truly know and appreciate great literature and this book did not disappoint. It is refreshing, captivating and inspiring. I think everyone should read it. I mean everyone!
“I finished this book in a day and a half. I could not put it down It reminds me of all the ways my younger self suffered from a lack of confidence and low self-esteem. I wish I had had a book like this to empower me back then. I read and reread the chapters. I was up late and early because I wanted to read more and more. Excellent read Great job badass woman!
Why me? Why this topic? Why now?
I am not famous. I cannot lay claim to having interviewed presidents or celebrities as others—who have written on confidence and self-esteem before me. I simply do not have that kind of access. I do not consider rich and famous women to be more confident and self-assured than we, the unrepresented, are. In fact, I submit to you that they often suffer more by having to live their lives under the harsh, relentless, judgmental glare of the spotlight that is oftentimes disproportionately trained on women.
They are more affluent, sure. But they have to be so much more guarded. What is behind the unctuous smiles of the people who suddenly want to befriend them? Are they genuine? One can understand how being put in a similar situation would make anyone get paranoid. The rich do have an edge, though. They have a platform that most women do not and will never have. I hear you. I see you, my sisters of every hue, ethnicity, and nationality. But it’s not enough to hear the silent screams of the unrepresented. Together, this time, we will make them listen.
So why me? Why did I elect to write this book? Well, I am just a woman with a passion to facilitate a discourse—and this dialogue is written from the perspective of everywoman. I am you, unfiltered.
And why now? For some unfathomable reason, it never seems to be the right time for us to hold space for our trauma. It is as if we are waiting for permission. Not anymore, we are not. If not now, when? The time is now to bring our stories to the forefront.
During my thirty-plus years as an educator, I witnessed many issues in the young ladies I taught, caused by a lack of confidence. The pervasiveness of the problem always showed up in those schools where the student ratio was weighted toward girls. There were many opportunities for me to observe these young ladies during their best and worst moments. Self-consciousness and a lack of confidence made them very susceptible to insecurities......
With just 24 hours notice, she aced this TV interview we got her like the pro she is. Congratulations again, Judith.
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Judith D. Hall being interviewed by the host Bishop Bobby McGill. She dishes on her passionate advocacy for women and girls on the Stellar Award winning show on All Nations Radio out of South Carolina.
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