My definition of the strong woman has changed over the years.

I used to think women who looked vulnerable , who asked for help, who was open about her sexuality , or who openly shared about her problems was NOT  a definition of how a strong woman should be. I've learned a few things along the way ..  I've been blessed to meet a few strong women in this lifetime , and am looking forward to meeting more :)  A strong woman is definitely a person who is not shy to ask for help when she knows she needs it. She doesn't let pride get in the way. However , this does not mean given the circumstances she can't stand on her own two feet or lose her independence. I would say it's even more foolish to not get help when you know you need it.

Its true .. common sense is not COMMON. Don't think I had much of it in the past. Thank goodness for the few friends I met along the way. They changed my outlook of life . And I matured emotionally .

I think a strong woman knows how to take care of herself. Not saying she's vain or anything or a narcissist. But she knows how to dress appropriately . Takes care of her well being spiritually , mentally and physically. She does not need to dress provocatively to get attention , her presence does. It's just that "thing" that automatically draws people to her.

A strong woman is also not afraid to give and to love . She just gives ... and gives... with love. But she's not foolish enough to not know her limits.

I'm still on that journey of finding my "inner" woman. I would one day would like to be called a strong woman, and set a good example to my kids etc.  Life is a good teacher. I need to embrace it as much as I can , stress less, learn more.