the FWN fifteen

We Filipina Women's Network's 2015 Global 100 Most Influential Women in the World awardees were asked to choose fifteen words that describe our life philosophy, the work we do, the category we were selected in." One of FWN's illustrious Keepers of the Flame, dynamic, funny emcee for the evening, Gloria Caoile, further directed us, "... and not just 15 unattached words. It captures the life philosophy and who You are. It's your Acceptance Speech."

All of the above in fifteen words. This was a challenging piece to craft. Here's mine, in seventeen:

Mindful teacher embraces constant learning. Herself--a powerful conduit, creating space for others to thrive as well.