Taking That First Step

These last two weeks have been a whirlwind. With the TEDx talk finally coming out, and multiple chances to speak and share a message of hope and inspiration with others, it’s been a powerful two weeks.

I think I’m still processing it all, still reflecting on the power of our own voices, and on the impact each one of us can even have. What stands out to me most is that we may never know the direct impact and ripple effects of our actions on others – and yet I know and have a deep belief that we are having this impact.

This past week, we honored Dr. Martin Luther King and his incredible contribution to the Civil Rights Movement. There were many of his powerful quotes shared. One in particular stood out to me, and I’m still deeply moved by it today as I sit here reflecting this morning.

“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” Dr. Martin Luther King

To me, this work of creating a better and brighter future for all women in medicine, is exactly this. Taking these first few steps even though we may not even see the staircase ahead of us at all.

I’m so deeply honored and moved, to be part of building this staircase for you all, for others, and for future generations of young women in medicine.

You are my Why.

With so much love to you all today.