When A Woman Fights Back

Sis! Look, okay! These were my emotions when watching the Tina Turner documentary on HBO Max. As I watched this documentary, I saw my mother who was in an abusive relationship for 20 years. I saw those friends who were in an abusive relationship. I saw the faces of countless women who feel defeated and alone every day due to the mistreatment of a significant other. I thought watching the documentary would be difficult but as I journeyed with Tina, I watched her gain strength and courage. 

Imagine a woman still in a relationship filled with brutality watching what once was a woman who was left to feel powerless and voiceless to regain control and authority, become so empowered that she too rises above. That by itself is dopeness. And as expected, it is difficult to constantly relive a piece of your life that was utterly devastating. But to hear stories like Tina Turner’s speaks life in dying situations. Her strength and courage to finally have enough and leave empowers other women to see their strength and do the same. 

But that’s not even the dope part about the story. (Sorry, I’m 25 and I like saying dope.) She not only left but she fought. She didn’t have this “woe is me” demeanor about herself. She continued to sing. She pivoted! You were not about to see Ms. Tina Turner just lay down and give up. It is so inspiring to see women always get back up and put in the work. I was sitting there watching the documentary, realizing that she’s a boss. We don’t always see the behind-the-scenes, yet we are fascinated with the lights. Her behind-the-scenes etiquette makes me respect her in the lights even more. And yes, Women’s History Month is officially over but stories like this need to honored whether it’s March or not. Stories like this encourage another woman who may be 25 like myself, younger or older, to keep fighting even when they tell you to be quiet. 

Ashley Gipson

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