At the Table

It's the same old story. The weight of expectation draped upon my shoulders. My worth's being questioned. Not by the skills that I have, but by the curve of my hips and the timbre of my voice. I'm a woman in a man's world.
 
They see me, yet they don't. My ideas are dismissed as "too aggressive," while my male counterparts' musings are hailed as visionary. As if my intelligence is a weapon to be wielded cautiously. They seem to think that my gender is somehow more important than my qualifications.
 
I try to be polite, but I'm so frustrated. It's 2024 for crying out loud! Shouldn't we be past this by now? 
 
It's exhausting, to be honest. To constantly prove yourself. To fight for your place at the table. I'm tired of being the only woman in the room. I'm tired of being talked over. I'm tired of being underestimated. But I'm not giving up. I'm determined to break down these barriers. And I won't let anyone tell me that I'm not good enough. 
 
Yeah, I won't be silenced. I won't be subdued. I'll keep fighting the good fight. The future is mine to shape, which I will paint my legacy. I am more than just a woman; I am a revolution. I believe that diversity is key to innovation. When we have different perspectives, we can come up with better solutions.
 
So, to all the women out there, I say this: Never let anyone tell you that you can't. Believe in yourself. Work hard. And never, ever apologize for your brilliance. Because your voice matters. Don't be afraid to speak up, to challenge the status quo, and to demand respect. We're stronger together.

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