Mother’s Day is a time for us mothers to reflect on our own experiences of motherhood. We show our appreciation to our mothers and to all women who have lovingly helped shape our lives. I considered this as I worked out and my playlist belted out one of my favorite, motivating songs: Shaggy’s bouncy, reverent version of “The Strength of a Woman” (see lyrics below). Indeed, this is a time to celebrate the strength of all women, and the men who appreciate that strength.
We sharpen our physical strength through presses, squats, and lunges. With remarkable strength and endurance, our bodies bring life into the world. We possess the organizational capacity to coordinate complex schedules, and the tenacity and courage to achieve success in careers once dominated by men. With empathy and warmth, we nurture those for whom we care. We let go of our fear and succeed with the strength of a woman.
If there comes a day when you struggle for motivation for your workout or lose sight of all that you accomplish, find a song that motivates you, dig deep, and find your strength as a woman.
So amazing how this world was made
I wonder if GOD is a woman
The gift of life astounds me till this day
I give it up for the woman
She’s the constant wind that fills my sail
Oh that woman
With her smile and her style, my
She’ll protect like a child
That’s a woman
She’ll put a smile upon your face
And take you to that (ah) higher place
So don’t you under estimate
The strength of a woman
The strength of a woman
Woke up this morning
I got up with the scent of a woman
Just picture if you could what life would be
Ain’t much good without a woman
She can nag and be a constant pain
Oh that woman
But those hips she’s got me whipped
And it’s just to hard to resist
What a woman
Ugh, hey
She’ll put a smile upon your face
And take you to that (ah) higher place
So don’t you under estimate
The strength of a woman
The strength of a woman
Tosses in
Ugh, ugh, ugh
Tender lips that’s so so sweet
Gentle words she softly speaks
Such an angel when we need
GOD bless the ground beneath her feet
She can take you on a high
Be your comfort when you cry
But if you look into her eyes
You’ll see the strength of a woman
Strength of a woman
Ugh, ugh, ugh
She’ll put a smile upon your face
And take you to that (ah) higher place
So don’t you under estimate
The strength of a woman
The strength of a woman