You Are More Powerful Than You Think You Are
Before we dive in, take a deep breath. Just for a moment, let go of the noise — the expectations, the doubts, the pressure to have it all figured out. You don’t have to be anyone but you right now. And being authentically yourself is already enough.
Here’s the truth: You are more powerful than you think you are.
It doesn’t matter where you’re from, what people have told you, or how loud that critical voice in your head can get. There is something strong, beautiful, and world-changing inside of you. Even if you can’t feel it yet, that power is real. It's yours. And it’s time to tap into it.
Power Doesn’t Always Look Like Power
Let’s talk about what power isn’t. It’s not about being the loudest voice in the room. It’s not about having everything go perfectly. It’s not about never being afraid or always being confident.
Real power? It can be quiet. It can be soft. It can look like:
Saying “no” when something doesn’t feel right
Showing up when you feel invisible
Believing in yourself just enough to keep going
Speaking your truth, even if your voice shakes
Sometimes, power is just taking the next small step forward. And if you’ve done that even once — you’re already powerful.
The magic of Being You
No one else in the world has your exact mix of talents, passions, perspectives, and experiences. You are not a copy of anyone else, you are an original masterpiece. When you stop trying to fit into everyone else’s idea of who you should be, you will start to uncover who you actually are. And that’s where the magic happens.
Being fully yourself is not only brave but also beautiful. It’s a kind of power that can’t be faked. When you choose to show up authentically, you give other girls permission to do the same. That’s leadership. That’s impact.
You’ve Already Overcome challenges
You’ve been through hard days, scary moments, and situations that made you question your worth. But if you’re here, its a reminder that you’ve overcome those challenges and that means everything. Strength isn’t about pretending you’re not struggling. It’s about making it through despite the struggle. Each time you fall and get back up, you build resilience. Each time you believe in yourself a little more, you become unstoppable.
Your Dreams Matter
The dreams that live inside you? They are not random. They are not silly. They are not too big. They are yours for a reason.
Whether you want to:
Start a business
Change your community
Be the first in your family to go to college
Write a book, design a video game, start a podcast
Whatever that thing is — it matters. And your power comes from taking it seriously, even if no one else does yet. It comes from showing up for your dreams, day by day.
Fear Will Be There, But You Don’t Have to Let It Win
You know what most powerful girls have in common? They also feel scared and doubt themselves at times. But they don’t let that stop them. Fear is not a sign of weakness, it’s a sign that you’re doing something bold, something new. Let fear ride in the passenger seat if it must, but don’t give it the wheel!
The more you practice being brave, the more power you unlock. And guess what? Bravery doesn’t always look like grand gestures. Sometimes it’s:
Asking for help
Saying how you really feel
Trying something new or difficult
Standing up for yourself
Every time you choose courage over comfort, you grow stronger.
You Deserve to Take Up Space
This world has tried to shrink girls in a million different ways. We’ve been told to:
Be quieter.
Don’t be too much.
Don’t be too smart, too ambitious, too emotional.
But we are ignoring all of the noise and choosing to take up the space we were meant to take! At The Girl Lab we will always encourage you to:
Dream big.
Speak up.
Lead boldly.
Laugh loudly.
There is no shame in being fully, gloriously and unapologetically YOU. You deserve rooms that welcome your voice and friendships that lift you up. You deserve to pursue your dreams and to bet on yourself. You deserve to be here.
Start Stepping Into Your Power
Ready to start owning your strength a little more each day? Try this:
Write a power list. Make a list of moments you’re proud of — big or small. This is your proof that you’ve got what it takes.
Talk to yourself with the kindness you would give to your best friend. Would you ever call your bestie a failure for trying? No? Then don’t say that to yourself either.
Create a “power playlist.” Fill it with songs that make you feel like the main character. Dance to it. Walk to it. Own it.
Surround yourself with people who see your light. Find your people — the ones who celebrate your wins, challenge you to grow, and remind you who you are. Keep going. Especially when it’s hard. Power grows with persistence. You don’t have to get it perfect. You just have to keep going.
The Girl Lab Was Made for Girls Like You
This is a safe space. This is your community. It’s for the girls who feels like they’re meant for more, even if they don’t know what “more” looks like yet. We believe in your power and we’re here to help you build it, celebrate it, and use it to change the world in your own way.
You’re not too young. You’re not too late. You’re not too quiet or too loud or too anything. You’re just in the beginning of something extraordinary.
Stand in the mirror, look yourself in the eyes and say:
"I am powerful, even when I feel unsure. I am growing into the strongest version of myself. And I deserve to take up space in every room I enter."
Trust us. The world needs you.
Love always,
The Girl Lab Team
