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locdbooktician 's review for:
成为
by Michelle Obama
I am going to start by saying that I am very thankful and appreciative of Michelle Obama and the "let girl learn" initiative that I currently use throughout my Peace Corps experience. Reading this book soothe my soul and stirred up an array of emotions within myself.
Michelle, a woman who was raised quite differently than me. I kept thinking to myself, "wow, we are so different yet similar in this experience of being a black woman." I do not know how Michelle was able to articulate herself in a manner that showed anger and compassion. She was not afraid to call out the people who mocked her or threaten the safety of her family. In addition, she was not afraid to tackle and dive into unfamiliar territory (U.S military).
As a black woman myself, I find myself trying hard not to succumb to the "imposter syndrome" or "stereotype threats." It relieving to know that our beloved FLOTUS has felt similar in these regards. Although those emotions can be gripping, Michelle searched within and outward to reground herself in what she believed in, in order to move forward.
This book should be a required read for all young brown girls in the world. When she spoke about her dedication to the law and higher academic achievement, I was stunned. She spoke about how it wasn't enough for her, she felt like she needed to do more community work for brown bodies.
I too struggle with the woes of higher education and decisions to make for my life. Michelle had the same questions around my age. It was refreshing to know that you can be confused about your career path at any age in life. Quite often, I think to myself "I am too old now, I have to continue on the path that my 16 years self-set for me." Something Michelle and I work hard on overcoming.
Michelle wrote as if saying "you never are too old to change paths." In reading Becoming, I felt self-assured and motivated to do what I believe is best for me and not what others believe is best for me. Michelle gave me permission to reassess my life at any moment of my life. Most important the message of her book was to stand up for bullies, believe in yourself, and trust your gut.
Michelle, a woman who was raised quite differently than me. I kept thinking to myself, "wow, we are so different yet similar in this experience of being a black woman." I do not know how Michelle was able to articulate herself in a manner that showed anger and compassion. She was not afraid to call out the people who mocked her or threaten the safety of her family. In addition, she was not afraid to tackle and dive into unfamiliar territory (U.S military).
As a black woman myself, I find myself trying hard not to succumb to the "imposter syndrome" or "stereotype threats." It relieving to know that our beloved FLOTUS has felt similar in these regards. Although those emotions can be gripping, Michelle searched within and outward to reground herself in what she believed in, in order to move forward.
This book should be a required read for all young brown girls in the world. When she spoke about her dedication to the law and higher academic achievement, I was stunned. She spoke about how it wasn't enough for her, she felt like she needed to do more community work for brown bodies.
I too struggle with the woes of higher education and decisions to make for my life. Michelle had the same questions around my age. It was refreshing to know that you can be confused about your career path at any age in life. Quite often, I think to myself "I am too old now, I have to continue on the path that my 16 years self-set for me." Something Michelle and I work hard on overcoming.
Michelle wrote as if saying "you never are too old to change paths." In reading Becoming, I felt self-assured and motivated to do what I believe is best for me and not what others believe is best for me. Michelle gave me permission to reassess my life at any moment of my life. Most important the message of her book was to stand up for bullies, believe in yourself, and trust your gut.