The PROUD Wall
Being proud rarely arrives as a milestone.
More often, it lives in moments you almost overlook.
A boundary you honored.
A truth you let breathe.
A quiet decision that changed the direction of your life.
The Proud Wall exists to witness these moments —
not to judge their size,
but to honor their truth.
Below are real moments of pride, shared by women, exactly as they are.
I am Proud of My Life because...
I got a promotion!
Finally, I said to myself - just apply.
They believe I can do it, and finally, so do I.
I am Proud of My Life because...
I created a boundary for my husband - I will leave the house for 2 days when you insult me.
I did it!
When I finally cared for myself with action, so did he.
I am Proud of My Life because...
I said “No” when my mother asked me for more money yesterday.
We both need Empowerment more than another money exchange.
My culture says it is bad.
My heart is happy!
I am Proud of My Life because...
I said no to my nephew staying with me for 2 weeks again for the holidays! Every year I say yes, and it's awful.
It's family or my sanity.
I choose me this year.
I am Proud of My Life because...
I took a full lunch break last week for the first time in 2 years!
I ate slowly and didn’t scroll.
Nothing fell apart!
I am Proud of My Life because...
I bought the paintbrushes.
They sat in my cart for weeks.
I kept telling myself I’d come back later.
Today I didn’t talk myself out of it.
I don’t even know what I’ll paint yet, but I am excited.
I am Proud of My Life because...
I stopped trying to fix my sister and didn't bail her out when I got her call.
I listened and said no.
I went back to sleep more easily than I thought.
I am Proud of My Life because...
I am going back to graduate school at the age of 67!
I stopped in my early 20s to have a baby and hadn’t had the confidence to do it again - until now.
I want it - & deserve it.
I am Proud of My Life because...
I stopped answering work emails after 7 p.m.
I didn't tell anyone - just a decision and promise I kept for myself.
I didn't get fired, and I felt good.
I am Proud of My Life because...
I started ordering coffee the way I actually like it!
Not the “easy” way or fastest.
I finally didn’t turn around to apologize. I didn’t rush.
It felt silly how proud I was walking out - but I was.
I am Proud of My Life because...
I finally made a doctor’s appointment I’ve been avoiding for 3 years.
I was so scared & felt sick when I called.
I showed up anyway.
I asked questions and stayed in the room.
I am Proud of My Life because...
I started taking a dance class - knowing I am bad at it.
I always forget all the steps.
Oh well - for one hour a week,
I let showing up be enough.
