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“The only limit to the height of your achievement is the reach of your dreams and willingness to work hard for them.” These words of Michelle Obama have been one of my greatest sources of inspiration. They lifted me from apathy to possibility and transformed my view of my own capabilities. Ever since, I have been determined and convinced that my dreams are indeed possible.

Inspiration comes to us all in different ways. Arguably, the words and life of Michelle Obama have continued to inspire me to strive for the best, not only in my career, but my family life as well as health and well-being. In November 2008, just after my sixteenth birthday, I recall eagerly waiting up for the results of the U.S. Election. After the results were announced, while tears rolled down my eyes, I vividly remember as Michelle Obama crossed the stage in Grand Park, Chicago. As a girl who dreamt of becoming a lawyer and someday inspiring other young women, I could not resist but delve deeper into the life of this seemingly interesting woman. As 2008 was the year I was applying for college, I was motivated that it was indeed possible to fulfill my dreams of becoming a lawyer which was later met with the desire to do greater good and a peaked interest in gender policy.

With few mentoring schemes in the Caribbean, my need and inspiration to dream bigger was met with my ability to identify with Mrs. Obama, not only as a black woman, but also as an individual whose place of birth and socio-economic status did not determine her destiny.

Growing up as a young woman in the Caribbean, there were always limitations placed on one’s dreams and aspirations. Females were held to different standards than males both academically and more particularly, socially. Being born on a Caribbean Island was seen as a disadvantage by most as opposed to being born in a first world country. Most women remained in traditional roles and were rarely seen in high paid careers and positions. Even among the few who obtained some degree of success, I felt unable to identify role models. Most seemed completely engulfed in their careers, sacrificing their personal lives. Every time I felt discouraged, I would seek comfort in the personal words of Mrs. Obama. Those words allowed me to see beyond the “First Lady of the United States” to the human being sharing her wisdom; that in itself was deeply empowering.

Women are often categorized by society as either career driven or family oriented, never both. I was made to feel that pursuing my career would require me to give-up having a family. However, Mrs. Obama is living proof that you can be a professional, mother, role model [for women], nutrition and wellness advocate, as well as being interested in fashion. My perception that women neatly fit into only one of two categories was shattered. I no longer felt that I had to choose between career, family life, wellness and fashion. She gave hope that I did not have to settle for one. Instead, I could be all.

After the completion of my masters, with my newfound knowledge, I felt compelled to further my studies. Facing much opposition from individuals who did not believe in education, as well as those who felt that it was a waste of money, I remembered the words of Michelle, who said “stay true to yourself and never let what anybody else says distract you from your goals.” Listening to her speeches constantly reminded me that education was not only the key to success; equal importance must be given to power and self-confidence. Despite never having met her, I was convinced that I knew her personally and that her words of wisdom spoke to my soul.

Today, I stand as a product of many things but most importantly a product of hopes and dreams. Dreams which have awakened new possibilities through the words and inspiration of the life and words of Mrs. Michelle Obama. Mrs. Obama has taught me that you can keep your identity as woman but most importantly as an individual. She is living proof that when you stay true to yourself, outside forces can do you no harm but more significantly, you can inspire the hearts and souls of diverse people worldwide. I hope someday that I will be able to inspire the hearts of many worldwide. As a living example of a well-versed and grounded individual, Michelle Obama, without a doubt, has, and continues to be one of my greatest sources of inspiration, to do more and to be more.

-Alberta A.G.S. Richelieu

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