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Alexandra Borcila's avatar

Beautiful article and ow they are rare!

Veronica Koleva's avatar

I really enjoyed reading this. The way you framed empowerment not as a one- sided movement but as something that requires growth from both men and women feels deeply honest and necessary.

This is a topic that resonates with me a lot, because real balance in relationships cannot exist if only one side evolves while the other remains tied to older expectations. Empowered women don’t threaten healthy masculinity- they reveal it. And it takes a truly grounded man to stand beside a strong woman without feeling the need to compete with her.

Beautifully written and an important perspective to keep bringing into the conversation.

Sana's avatar

Thank you Veronica. Glad you liked it.

Erin Gregory's avatar

I love this perspective. It’s a really important piece of the conversation that needs more focus.

My husband and I have walked this path together. I’ve learned to take the lead at work. He has learned how to play an equal part at home. Our careers have ebbed and flowed and it has required us to take on different roles over time.

We have three daughters. Presenting this dynamic to them is a standard we hope to set; it is just as important as the two of us supporting one another.

Sana's avatar

That’s wonderful to hear. You both are setting great examples for your children.