Being a woman is a profound and beautiful experience, a true gift from God. The miracle of carrying a new life within, feeling a tiny heart beating beneath your own, is the epitome of love and creation. This little heart, born from the love between you and your partner, represents the most beautiful aspect of life. I believe that having a child, regardless of worldly achievements, is the masterpiece of our existence.
As a successful young woman who has built a career in science and other leading fields, I often hear the message that a woman does not need a man or to be a mother. While everyone has the right to their choices, and some women may not wish to be mothers—which is perfectly valid—convincing women that they are self-sufficient and do not need a man is misguided. A woman with a good, strong man can become even stronger, achieving everything she desires with the support of someone who loves, comforts, and affirms her. This partnership makes a woman stronger, gentler, and more vulnerable, yet also a superwoman. Having a man who accepts you as you are and is confident in himself is truly priceless. It is especially wonderful to have a man who understands you, makes you laugh, and sometimes even makes you a little angry in a good way.
Conversely, a woman provides a man with a home, softens his heart, and offers a safe haven where he can find peace. With a woman, a man has a nest of love to which he always wants to return. She gives him the love from which he draws inspiration, enabling him to achieve his dreams.
A woman needs a man for her biological and mental well-being—a good man who helps her grow, not one who drags her down. She needs a man who respects and values her, who will protect her as the mother of their children. Women should also recognize that men have feelings and needs. Mutual respect and tolerance between a woman and a man lead to a healthy relationship. Unfortunately, today’s relationships often revolve around self-interest, with many believing they do not need anyone and that everyone is replaceable. This mindset is fundamentally wrong and unnatural.
Modern feminism, in my view, has taken a misguided turn. Feminism should not pit women against men or convince them they are self-sufficient. Women need family, friends, and a man, just as men need their circle of people. Being a woman is as beautiful as being a man, and our biological differences unite us in a harmonious puzzle. When the match is right, such love should be celebrated and cherished for its uniqueness.
The role of a mother is equally important. Those of us fortunate enough to have had the best parents recognize and are grateful for what we have become. I proudly say that I am a child of a working family, the luckiest child in the world, because I grew up surrounded by love.
Love gives life its meaning. Without love, money, jobs, and social status are worthless. Love is the essence of our existence.
LOVE ♥,
Petra
