16: Victory Through Vulnerability

In sixth grade, I advanced to my school’s district spelling bee. There were four of us remaining. My word was vulnerable. I asked for the definition, then I asked for the word to be used in a sentence. The definition was explained as being, “susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm.” I misspelled the word and was unable to advance in the competition. As an adult, I completely understand the definition and can spell the word with ease. In fact, I now embrace how my vulnerability can be the vessel to someone else’s blessing or healing. Through life’s hardships, adversity, and turmoil as a black professional woman, I continue to lead with authenticity, as well as integrity. Ultimately, I have learned there is Victory in Vulnerability.