The Power of The Audacity: What Black Women Can Learn From Onijah Robinson’s Journey

Let’s talk about Onijah Robinson. You may have heard about her journey to Pakistan, the struggles with her mental health, and the overwhelming media coverage of it all. But there’s one thing people aren’t really talking about—what this woman taught us. Spoiler alert: It’s all about audacity.

Onijah traveled to Pakistan with one goal: to connect with a 19-year-old boy. What happened next? Well, she ended up receiving multiple marriage proposals and gained the attention of an entire nation. She didn’t just show up—she commanded respect and care. And let’s be real: That’s powerful.

But what’s the deeper lesson here? It’s not about the relationship or even her mental health. It’s about the raw, unfiltered audacity to go after what you want, no matter the odds. And that’s something we as Black women can learn from.

Audacity: The Secret Ingredient

Onijah came to Pakistan fully covered, fully herself, and fully asking for what she wanted. But what’s fascinating is that she wasn’t asking for anything extravagant—she just wanted a connection. And what did she get? A whole lot more. Several marriage proposals, the attention of the world, and a level of care that many could only dream of.

Now, this woman wasn’t flaunting her body or trying to impress anyone. No flashy outfits, no scandalous moves. It was her humanity that drew people in. And don’t we all know, as Black women, how powerful that can be?

It was her audacity that turned heads, her willingness to put herself out there despite the risks. “If you don’t ask, the answer will always be no.” Onijah took that to heart, and look at the results.

A Lesson in Respect, Care, and Humanity

Here’s the kicker: The Pakistani government spent billions trying to reform certain parts of their country without success, yet Onijah—an outsider—came in and became a symbol of humanity. The people of Pakistan treated her with respect, gave her care, and even provided the medication she needed out with money of their own pockets.

Now, tell me—how many times have we, as Black women, been told we have to prove ourselves in order to be cared for? How many times have we been overlooked, ignored, or misunderstood? Yet, Onijah’s story reminds us: We don’t have to beg for respect. We just have to demand it.

What Can We Learn From Her?

So, what does this all mean for us as Black women? First of all, let’s talk about the power of asking for what you want. That’s where the magic is. Onijah wasn’t shy or afraid to make her needs known, and in return, she was treated with kindness, respect, and care—things that are often denied to us.

Key Takeaway #1: Have the Audacity

We need to learn to ask—whether it’s for love, success, respect, or care. There’s a power in simply being bold enough to demand what’s ours. “The audacity of asking for more is what makes dreams come true.”

Key Takeaway #2: Embrace Your Humanity

Onijah’s journey shows us that we don’t need to rely on flashy displays of physicality or wealth to gain respect. Our humanity alone is enough to make an impact. Let’s use our charisma, our energy, and our positivity to build connections, not just with the people around us but with the world at large.

Key Takeaway #3: Respect is Non-Negotiable

It doesn’t matter where you’re from or what you’re going through—you deserve respect, care, and compassion. Onijah didn’t need to “fit in” to receive these things. She walked in and claimed them, which is a lesson we should carry with us in every room we enter.

Have the Audacity—And More

The most powerful part of Onijah’s journey wasn’t that she went to Pakistan. It was that she went in with the audacity to ask for more and more. And more. The phrase “and more” became her mantra, and I believe it should be ours too.

We all have something in our lives that we’ve been hesitating to ask for, right? Maybe it’s a promotion, a chance to speak up, a moment to be seen. Whatever it is, ask for it. The world isn’t going to hand it to you; you have to demand it—just like Onijah did.

Remember This

What are you waiting for? Think about something in your life that you’ve been hesitating to ask for. Is there a goal you’ve been pushing to the backburner? Is there something you know deep down you deserve but have been afraid to go after?

It’s time to ask. It’s time to take a page out of Onijah’s book and have the audacity to ask for what you want—and more. Your future self will thank you for it.

I hope this blog post gets you thinking: What audacity are you ready to embrace?

Until next time,

Mo

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