Book: In the company of women by Grace Bonney

I bought this book to arrive in March 2025, on women's day time. I started reading then and I liked it but didn't finish it. I decided to give it another go now, in january 2026. It's a beautiful collection of succesful women stories, women who pursued their dreams and passions. #inthecompanyofwomen.

pg. 10: Danielle Colding: "Owning you own business is a risk. Evey day is uncertain and an adventure. If you don't get up and get moving, nothing happens. Knowing that your success is completely dependent on you is beyound scary at times, but I woulnd'nt change it for the world!"

pg. 15: Tanya Aguiniga: "Success to me is being able to continue to do what I love". "You have to be resourceful, work hard, be kind and constantly innovate". Starting out "I would have taken some business classes, learned more computer programs, looked for grants and hired an accountant".

pg. 18: Maya and Teta Gorgoni:"".

pg. 84: Roxane Gay: "Bills don't get paid with dreams." "giving me what I need, whether is a pep talk, a warm smile, or a sharp lecture on getting over myself".

"pep talk": a short speech that is given to encourage someone to work harder, to feel more confident/ courageous and enthusiastic.

AI: "Getting over yourself" means moving past self-centeredness, excessive seriousness, or taking things too personally, focusing outward, building self-compassion, gaining perspective, and letting go of the need to be right to live more freely and connect better with others. It involves practicing self-awareness, understanding your impact, serving others, and releasing ego, allowing for a richer, less constricted life.

to be continued...