Better way Quote by Rutina Wesley
“For me, I've gotten away from feeling I'm too dark. we're all women of color, and a lot of us are doing some great things. I think it's important the great things that we all do instead of asking, 'Why didn't I get this?' or 'Why did the light-skinned girl get that?' instead of focusing on the positive. That what I and some girlfriends of mine are doing, celebrating all colors and all ethnicities of women of color. That's a better way to go, rather than bringing all the negativities into it. It so much easier to smile and have fun than it is to hold grudges.”
About This Quote
Source Podcast: Women of Color Voices, 2020
Celebrating all women of color's achievements shifts focus from comparison to collective pride and joy.
In simple terms: Celebrate achievements of all women of color together.
Key Takeaway
Embrace collective success and let go of resentment.
Themes
identity
celebration
community
Mood
hopeful
empowering
Type
motivational
reflective
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- professional networks
- media representation
Key Concepts
intersectionality
empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance celebration with addressing inequality?
- What actions foster unity among diverse women?
A Different Perspective
Focusing only on positivity may ignore systemic challenges.
