She Will Find a Way - Maryben Omollo’s Tribute to the Resilience of Women

Introduction

On August 29, 2023, Ambassador Maryben Omollo—an internationally recognised mental health and leadership coach, award-winning speaker, and founder of the Maryben Foundation—shared a powerful reflection on the quiet strength of women. Her message, though brief, captured the essence of feminine resilience: the ability to endure, adapt, and rise, even in the face of overwhelming adversity. With a global reach of over 50 million and a mission to build resilient and inclusive workplaces across Africa, Maryben continues to use her voice to uplift and empower. This particular message was a heartfelt tribute to women everywhere who carry the weight of the world on their shoulders—and still find a way forward.

The Quiet Strength of Women

Maryben’s words begin with a familiar image: a woman in crisis, facing what may be the worst moment of her life. And yet, instead of despair, she utters a simple, determined phrase: “I’ll figure it out.” It is not a cry for help, nor a declaration of certainty. It is a quiet promise—to herself and to the world—that she will not give up. This phrase, Maryben suggests, is not just a coping mechanism. It is a battle cry. It is the language of resilience spoken by women who have no choice but to keep going. Whether they are mothers, daughters, leaders, or caregivers, women often carry burdens in silence, navigating breakdowns behind closed doors while showing strength to the world.

Breakdowns and Breakthroughs

Maryben acknowledges that the path is not easy. Women may experience countless emotional breakdowns—moments of exhaustion, fear, and doubt. But these moments do not define them. What defines them is their ability to rise again, to keep moving, and to continue striving despite the weight they carry. She reminds us that resilience is not the absence of struggle. It is the ability to keep going in spite of it. And in that persistence lies a quiet, powerful form of heroism.

A Salute to Women’s Hard Work

In her message, Maryben offers a heartfelt salute to women everywhere. “Your hard work does not go unnoticed,” she writes. It is a reminder that even when recognition is absent, the effort matters. The sacrifices, the sleepless nights, the emotional labour—all of it is seen, felt, and appreciated. She encourages women to keep striving, to continue pushing forward, even when the road is hard and the rewards are delayed. Because every step taken in faith and determination is a step toward transformation.

Lessons to Learn

Maryben Omollo’s message, though brief, offers several profound lessons:

1. Resilience is often quiet: True strength doesn’t always roar. Sometimes, it whispers, “I’ll figure it out.”
2. Breakdowns are part of the journey: Emotional struggles do not make you weak—they make you human.
3. Persistence is power: The ability to keep going, even when it’s hard, is a form of courage.
4. Unseen labour still matters: Just because your efforts aren’t always acknowledged doesn’t mean they’re not valuable.
5. Support matters: While women often carry burdens alone, they deserve recognition, rest, and community.

Reflection

Ambassador Maryben Omollo’s tribute to women is a reminder of the quiet, often invisible strength that fuels families, communities, and nations. Her words honour the countless women who face adversity with grace, who break down in private but rise in public, and who continue to strive even when the world isn’t watching. In a society that often overlooks emotional labour and undervalues resilience, Maryben’s message is both a celebration and a call to action. It invites us to see, support, and stand with the women who keep the world turning—one determined step at a time. To every woman who has ever whispered, “I’ll figure it out,” this message is for you. You are seen. You are valued. And you are stronger than you know.