I have never thought I was strong enough. But when I delivered my daughter, I realized I wasn’t the woman she should see. That moment marked the beginning of my transformation.
This picture might show just a woman breastfeeding her baby, but for me, motherhood was much deeper. That’s why I attached this audio with motivational and inspirational music—it captures the mood I experienced. It was in that moment I knew things had to change. It was the moment I decided to change the world, starting with myself.
Before my daughter came into my life, I often doubted my strength and purpose. But holding her in my arms, I felt a surge of determination. I wanted to be someone she could look up to, someone who could teach her resilience, strength, and the importance of dreaming big. Motherhood wasn’t just about caring for her; it was about becoming the kind of person she deserved to see. It became a journey of rediscovering myself.
My transformation began with small steps, each one fueled by the love I had for my daughter and the responsibility I felt to set an example. I started my journey in sales a year ago, diving into a field I never imagined I’d enter. Sales taught me to listen, to understand people’s needs, and to communicate effectively—all skills I wanted to pass on to my daughter. It was more than a career; it was a path to personal growth.
This journey took an even bigger turn when I made the bold decision to pursue world-class education in the USA at Florida State University, over 7,000 miles away from my home country, Kazakhstan. But I didn’t leave my daughter behind. She’s here with me, thriving in daycare and already learning her third language. Together, we are embracing this adventure, proving that motherhood doesn’t limit dreams—it fuels them.
Motherhood gave me a second birth—a chance to redefine who I am and what I stand for. It taught me to be brave, to dream bigger, and to lead by example. I’m no longer just a woman navigating life; I’m a mother shaping a future, one step at a time. This journey isn’t just for me—it’s for her, for the dreams she’ll one day chase, and for the strength she’ll find in herself.
Motherhood isn’t the end of your story; it’s the beginning of a new one. It’s a chance to grow, to inspire, and to transform—not just for your children, but for yourself. And as I continue this journey, I carry with me the belief that by changing myself, I can change the world, one small step at a time.
Hi Akerke! This is a beautiful post! Thank you for sharing your experiences with motherhood with us. What I really liked is the way the audio changed the way I perceived the image. The image alone looks very peaceful and serene. However, the audio is very powerful and stirring. The addition of the audio adds a level of power and even adventure to the image you selected. I love this because it shows that motherhood can be peaceful and serene, but it is hard work! It requires a level of bravery and adventure that I think the audio incapsulates really well. The image with the audio provides a more multi-dimensional perspective of motherhood. Thank you for sharing this experience with us.
For something you may want to do differently next time, I think you left out the copyright for your image/audio creation. Mine looked like this: Terms of Use: “Maximum Coziness” by Olivia Samimy is licensed under Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0). You may want to add something similar in the future.
Hi Akerke! As a mother your post resonated with me so much. I connected deeply with the personal and vulnerable experience you have shared not just in your blog posts, but through the pairing of your chosen image and the accompanying music. It is so easy to lose yourself in motherhood and to feel inadequate, but the powerful music you have paired with the image reminds me of how strong mothers are. I think choosing to show a mother breastfeeding her child is such a powerful reminder of the strength of mothers, because while breastfeeding is natural, it is incredibly difficult for many women. I think your image honors the strength it takes to be a mother as well as the intentionality it takes to do the hard but enriching things for both ourselves and our children. Such a beautiful pairing!
Olivia has already mentioned adding your own copyright licensing. The only other thing I would add would be add a link for the type of licenses the image and audio are. This will help see the conditions for how the image/audio can be used.
Great job!
Hi Akerke! This is such a beautiful and inspiring reflection on motherhood! I love how you show not just the transformation of becoming a mom but how it’s pushed you to grow and chase your dreams. The way you connect your journey is powerful, and the example you’re setting for your daughter is amazing. I love how you describe motherhood as a second birth for yourself. It’s a refreshing reminder that being a mom doesn’t mean putting dreams on hold but chasing them even harder. The pairing of Madonna of the Green Cushion with motivational music is great! It’s inspiring to see how motherhood has fueled your growth. Love it!