Southern California, USA
Natalie Maddy, AP
Why Have Role Models as Inspiration?
I don't compare myself to strong women. I learn from them!
My coach once challenged me to think about the women who inspire me because I couldn't tell her even one who did. And at first, I wasn't sure why it even mattered. But over time, I slowly realized just how powerful it is to see women living boldly, creating meaningful work, sharing their gifts and pursuing what lights them up. I now find so many women to be inspiring, but I have my select few as role models who have taught me so much about love and light and life itself.
When I look at these women, I don't compare myself to them. Instead, I ask myself: What can I learn from them? What qualities do I admire? What parts of their journey resonate with me?
I believe role models help us expand our vision of what is possible. They remind us that courage, creativity, healing, leadership and authenticity are available to all of us in our own unique ways.
This page is simply a collection of women whose work, stories and lives have inspired me. I hope it encourages you to find your own sources of inspiration and to celebrate the brilliance you see in others without comparison. Only curiosity, appreciation and growth.
