(On International Women’s Day)
All the women out there who will themselves to rise
Above the constant doubts raised on their competence, who, when criticized
Take it in their stride, who work twice as hard to overcome
The shortcomings that have been pointed out by some
Who try to lead despite their leadership being undermined
Who try to claim their voices when others are inclined
To silence them repeatedly, who ignore the pain
From innumerable paper cuts and do it again and again
Who balance the tightrope of work and domestic life every day
Who get little recognition for their efforts but do it anyway-
Let all of us learn to take more space
Let all of us empower ourselves enough to face
The world with our heads and standards held high
Let everyone know our limit is the sky
Passion...unbridled 