"I don't mind living in a man's world, as long as I can be a woman in it."
- Marilyn Monroe
Equality for women, the opportunity to study, to hold leadership positions, the right to vote were not always a given. However, this state of affairs is proof that we have much to be proud of. We can be kind mothers, skilful housewives and at the same time able to stand up to the tough competition at work without any problems. We are able to be financially independent, make a good living while making sure our family has a comfortable home.
Slovakia, as a small country in the centre of Europe, has one more asset besides its natural beauty. This is the beauty of our women. This is evidenced by the fact that a large number of successful top models have emerged from this small piece of land. Often times, even under very modest financial conditions, we can be beautiful, beautifully groomed. It is our femininity, our fragility, our endless dedication that is the source of the admiration we rightly deserve.
Despite these undeniable disadvantages, the results of many surveys focused on self-esteem assessment say that Slovak women do not believe in themselves, they do not consider themselves good enough or smart enough. Why do our women have such low self-esteem? Often times, childhood upbringing and experiences and life patterns shape our self-esteem. I recently read in my favorite magazine an interesting thought, " A princess or a maid is made by your surroundings, but a queen is made by your life."
What to add in conclusion?
We have much to be proud of. There are many beautiful and successful women in our country who are able to achieve a lot even in often difficult and very modest conditions. Not only does America have its Oprah Winfrey, but we also have amazing role models in our neighborhood. Women scientists, managers, businesswomen, politicians. A shining image of an intelligent, beautiful and successful woman is also our President. In the final small gallery we present some of the inspiring Slovak women. Click on a name to find out more about them.
Accept yourself as you are and look for what is noteworthy about yourself, enhance it. Recognize your own worth and guide your children to do the same.
Take care of your appearance - it's very important to like yourself too. Receive gifts from us for the holiday MDŽ in the form of advantageous packages where you will enjoy time just for yourself.
The Health and Beauty Institute was founded by one of us, a great woman who built a successful brand while managing to be a great mother, wife and, last but not least, a great doctor and boss. We thank Vanda Przewlocka, MD, PhD, for being an inspiration to so many of us.
Thank you to all the women that are.
Wishing you a beautiful day
Ivana Bartosova,
Marketing Manager of the FRAIS Health and Beauty Institute
Gallery of Slovak inspirational women
