#aitza b

Being Serena reminded me in life there is only 100 percent, and if you want to give it more, you have to let something else go.

Being a woman in America is tough. Being black in America is also tough. Add the two and you find yourself navigating interesting spaces and facing unique experiences that only other black women can relate to. Although I will never be the greatest athlete of all time or a tennis pro, the unique experience of black womanhood in America pulled me in as I watched Being Serena. To watch her attempt to be all, do all, and have all and not wrap it in a pretty bow of girl power was refreshing. The visibility of struggle was good because it was relatable. You see her fighting to give 100 percent, which wasn’t enough and the realization of if you want to give it more, you have to let something else go.