For Women's History Month this year, we asked who your hero is. More than 70% of you said you were inspired by your mother, your grandmother, your great-grandmother, your daughter, or an aunt who treated you like her own. Clearly, motherhood is something to be celebrated.
This Mother's Day, we want to appreciate all of the amazing mothers and daughters out there by showing off what our members said. Add your own story and you could win a $75 Sephora gift card to treat yourself - and a family member who you wish to honor too.
My grandmother, Jassodra Kumar. She is close to 70 years old and you will find her in a kickboxing class, doing yoga or getting a manicure. She has great energy and lives life to the fullest. Age is just a number for her and I hope to be just like her in my golden years. - Gjprasad
My mom's such a wise, loving, selfless woman and is always willing to help, listen, give a hug and share wisdom. ... she inspires me to be a better woman, wife, and mom. - wittes02
My mom. She was one of very few female welders back in the late 70's at the Electric Boat/General Dynamics shipyard. She endured a lot - physically, mentally, and tons of sexism. She did it to support 3 children on her own, and I'm proud she stuck it out! - AmAtHome
... At almost 89 years old, [my mom] is beautiful and strong! When our dad died, we thought we would be supporting and helping her, yet she ended up supporting us! If I could be half as beautiful and kind as she is when I am 60 years old, I would be happy! She inspires us all! - pmencin
My grandmother ... sacrificed so much during her childhood years in the Great Depression just so nobody in her family went hungry and that her younger siblings could stay in school. - redneckwoman
My mother ... was a stay at home parent till I was 4 and my father left. My proud mother had to BEG for a job. She worked her way up from a desk clerk to a manager of an office! Despite not having a lot of money, she always made sure we had food on the table and clothes on our backs. She went over 10 years with the same clothes, sewing them up so she could make sure my brother and I had shoes. ... - kymom13
My mom Dianne Brost inspires me because she has survived stage 3 colon cancer, has run 2 marathons since being diagnosed, will do anything for friends or family and volunteers a lot. - yarbr012
Kathy my mother ... just had a major stroke in November and her recovery is a miracle, she is so determined and after everything she has been through still has her sense of humor and worries of every one else. ... I am so lucky to have her as my best friend and my mother. - winnie11
My mother ... takes care of me since I have a chronic illness, showing me kindness and patience. Like any other mother, she has taught me how to be thankful and how to show gratitude. Finally, as my best friend, she has taught me hugs and laughter are truly the best medicine. - taletreader
...[My mom] taught me that no matter how old I am or how far into something I have gone, I can always turn it around and make it into something beautiful! ... - ablendedmomma
*One lucky commenter, Tweeter, or Instagrammer will be chosen at random to receive a $75 gift card to Sephora. Giveaway is open through May 20, 2018 to U.S. residents at least 18 years of age. Entrants must be a member of SheSpeaks. If you are not a member, click here to join. Winner will be notified by email.
Update: Thanks to all who entered! Congrats to our winner, SheSpeaks member rebecca11111.
I have been inspired by mom to be strong.
My mother always got my sisters and I together for family meals and made sure we connected over meals. This helped our relationship with each other and helped us to always cherish each other.
.She is like no other (not just saying that because she's my mom) her personality is unique, she always knows how to light up a room with her humor & great smile, she has such a big heart & cares for everyone.. family... friends... neighbors...strangers. She continually considers the needs of others before thinking of herself. She is also a hard worker & has always been a hard worker. She is not only my mom, but my best friend, my big sister, whom I can share all my problems and stories in life with. I appreciate her so much for everything that she does for me & especially for lifting my head during some rough times I've had. She's always been there for me to lean on and why I think my mom is the BEST! She always told me to be human and not perfect... but to me she's the pefect Mom! Love her very MUCH!
My mother, like my grandmother is so giving. From cooking to helping me raise my kids and wiping any tears... they are there. They are there, putting themselves last. They are amazing!
She worked hard as a house cleaner to put her children through school.
My mother raised 2 kids on her own. I can't imagine doing that!
love u ma....i am inspired by just being with her...she is awesome!
My mother taught me so many good things about being a good and caring person. She always put her family first and was always there for us. I miss her dearly.
My mom passed away just 4 years ago but she lives on in me. She was a stay-at-home mom in the 70s & 80s, always making sure we had what we needed and on birthdays & Christmas, the things we wanted, all on my dad's meager income. Her kids and husband always came first and looking back I now see that she did without so many things...never new clothes or shoes for herself, but everything for us. I strive to be half the woman she was. I miss her very much.
Their unconditional love is probably the biggest inspiration. Something I hope to do with all my family.
Being a Mother is the most important part of my life!
My mother just nursed me through cancer all the while taking care of my two kids.
It was my Mom,she was so unselfish,hardworking never complained.She said the only thing she ever wanted to do was have kids and take care of us,so there were four of us! She taught us well to prepare us for life!
Most moms sacrifice and are great to their kids. My Mom is no different and actually has become a better mother as we get older.
My mom.My Mommie.These are the names I call her.The strongest woman I know.She has so many strong bones in her body.Never saw her let anything get her down.I asked her many times how can she be so strong.The reply was her faith in God.