It is never too late to start Growing Bolder. But sometimes, you just need a real example to remind you that no matter the odds and no matter how hard the challenge, there is always time to pursue your dreams.
Aline Brosh McKenna, a writer and producer (“The Devil Wears Prada,” “27 Dresses,” “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend”) shared this tweet:
https://twitter.com/alinebmckenna/status/1054213517979631616
And quickly, that tweet — and the responses — went viral. People from all industries, all walks of life and all experiences started to share their stories:
I'm an Actor, Producer, work in Casting, as AD, & last weekend Directed my first short film. I'm 54. #WomenInFilm #lauriespoem #martinischott
— Peggy Schott (@peggyschott_me) October 22, 2018
I did my PhD at 47 and my law degree at 57. PhD studies were a refreshing change, while law school was a roller-coaster that was very, very demanding. Learned 2 things: never ask for a job after 50; become more entrepreneurial as you get older.
— Mark Bourrie (@MarkBourrie) October 23, 2018
In my early 50s (6+years ago), I took an interest in wine and found my passion. Took beginners courses, went to work part time at a winery, took more advanced courses via @WSETglobal and am working towards the diploma (level 4). Love the balance in my life now. #nevertoolate
— Kathy Wiedemann 🥂🍾 (@Virginia_Made) October 22, 2018
Thanks for this! CEO at 50, then started over, first novel published at 56, now completing scripts for series/films drawing major attention. Every year is better than the last! Go for your dreams!
— Jan Moran (@janmoran) October 22, 2018
The message resonated, and not just with people who are in their 40s, 50s and beyond — with younger women (and men!) who found these messages to be inspirational:
https://twitter.com/jaysanzalone/status/1054266902057570305
https://twitter.com/BarbaraOden6/status/1054360458222690304
https://twitter.com/jos_burk/status/1054464852381462528
This also reminds young women like myself who may feel they have to rush that they don’t have to make a movie at 20 just because the culture pressures you to.
— Dominique Lessing (@missclassicfilm) October 23, 2018
Is this part of the Growing Bolder revolution? We hope so.
https://twitter.com/lizinoma/status/1054523192608313344
https://twitter.com/GeekyGoddessLtd/status/1054258713291239426
How are you Growing Bolder? Let us know here.
