Why I Decided to Share My Story
One day I woke up and realized something important: My story has power! For years, I carried my experiences quietly, thinking they were just mine to live through. But then I started meeting girls who felt small, undermined, unseen and unsure of their own worth. I saw myself in them. And I knew I couldn’t keep my journey to myself anymore. So, I decided to write a book. This book is about growing up, finding my voice and facing and overcoming challenges that once felt too heavy to carry. It’s about the moments that broke me and also the ones that built me back up stronger. My hope is that it will remind girls everywhere that no matter where you come from, You Got This! Your story matters. Your voice deserves to be heard. The book will be published in November 2026. But I don’t want to wait until then to let you in. Today, I am sharing a short preview from one of the early chapters. It’s about my very first days of secondary school, days that taught me about fear, courage, belonging and...