With the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade (which protected women’s right to an abortion); and the almost immediate move by the bible belt state’s to criminalize abortion, it’s easy to sit here and think WHAT IN THE ACTUAL FUCK. It’s easy to be discouraged and disappointed. It’s easy to think that this is the new normal.
However, I am here to tell you that we will not stop fighting. We will not give in and allow this oppression. We will not be defeated by a bunch of old white men who think they know the difference between a fallopian tube and a uterus. We will not be silenced.
“As long as I make my little corner of the world sane, I won’t let the insanity win.”
Diane Lockhart, The GoodFight
In light of the fuckery that is America today, I have compiled a list of books written by women to help you feel inspired during this time. Read, absorb and prepare for the fight of your life.
We ride at dawn.
- Shark Tales by Barbara Corcoran
Shark tales is the inspiring true story about Barbara and her experience growing into the mega entrepreneur that she is today. You can read more about her accomplishments and book here.
- Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
Angela Duckworth is the Founder and CEO of Character Lab, the nonprofit that focuses on the character development of children. Her book is chock full of information, tips and tales of achieving success.
- Nice Girls Don’t Get Rich by Lois P. Frankel
This book is a game changer for outlining the societal restrictions that we place on women, starting from a young age. This book will provide you with the financial tools you need to change poor financial behaviors and take control of your life. Learn more about the Author here.
- The Moment of Lift by Melinda Gates
Melinda Gates, an empowering advocate for women and philanthropist shares the lessons she’s learned during her travels around the globe. She shares the stories to uplift women everywhere and proves that a rising tide lifts all boats.
- Fight Back and Win by Gloria Allred
Fight Back and Win is one of my favorite motivational books. Allred discusses her own struggles with rape, abortion and the shame she received because of it. She discusses how she took that traumatic event and turned it into a successful and loud career. This truly is one of the best books to read right now if you are seeking strength to fight the good fight and protect our right to safe abortion.
You can get a copy here.
Remember, this is not the end. It is only the beginning.