The One You Feed Dr. Tererai Trent on Incredible Perseverance
Mar 27, 2019
Dr. Tererai Trent, an internationally acclaimed advocate for women's empowerment and author of 'The Awakened Woman,' shares her incredible journey from a rural community to becoming an inspiring scholar. She delves into the concept of the 'two hungers' in life—the little and great—and the importance of pursuing meaningful aspirations. Dr. Trent recounts powerful stories of resilience, generational wisdom, and how dreams can thrive amid adversity, encouraging listeners to break their barriers and embrace their sacred dreams.
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Two Hungers
- Dr. Trent's grandmother taught her about two hungers: the little hunger for instant gratification and the great hunger for a meaningful life.
- She believes feeding the great hunger, like the good wolf, leads to a more fulfilling existence.
Finding Your Great Hunger
- The little hunger can make you feel inadequate.
- To find your great hunger, ask yourself: "What breaks my heart?"
Grandmother's Wisdom
- Dr. Trent grew up in poverty in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), where women were often married young and denied education.
- Her grandmother, though illiterate, was a wise woman and the community's psychologist, delivering babies and offering guidance.
