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Author of ‘Dear Black Girl, You are IT’ empowers teen girls

Many teen girls, especially Black teen girls, need reaffirmation  that they are, in fact, beautiful, smart and worthy. Tamara Trimuel, author of “Dear Black Girl, You are IT,” helps them remember that in many ways. The motivational book focuses on self-love, with “IT” serving as an acronym for intelligent and triumphant.

Many teen girls, especially Black teen girls, need reaffirmation  that they are, in fact, beautiful, smart and worthy. Tamara Trimuel, author of “Dear Black Girl, You are IT,” helps them remember that in many ways. 

Tamara Trimuel is author of “Dear Black Girl, You are IT.” (Provided photo)

The motivational book focuses on self-love, with “IT” serving as an acronym for intelligent and triumphant. Trimuel’s own journey to empowerment began when she was younger. She was self-conscious about her weight, but she overcame those feelings to become who she is. 

“I embraced that because it is who I am,” says Trimuel, a senior at Marian Catholic High School. “Being in that place of insecurity made me more passionate about encouraging young girls who may not feel they are worthy.”

For Trimuel, 18, her biggest supporters have been her parents, especially her mother, who provides support that Trimuel aspires to give to her children one day. Another supporter is her aunt, Bernada Nicole Baker, who wrote the book “The Princess Within.” After reading that book at the age of nine, it became just as impactful for Trimuel as her book is for teen girls today. 

One of her life-changing moments was attending the 2018 Disney Dreamers Academy when she was 16. She remembered the motivational speakers and crying with other participants because the conference was ending. According to the Disney Dreamers Academy website, it is a four-day event that brings together 100 exceptional young people with ambition, excitement and hopes for the future. The program is designed to give them the motivation, guidance and skills to help make those dreams come true. 

“I had to go home and do something towards my dreams, I could not just sit on the experience,” Trimuel stated. 

Two things that motivate Trimuel are her future and the people she inspires every day. Knowing she has big potential and dreams pushes her to do everything she can today to bring that future to fruition. 

“Take your time and don’t rush to get to a certain point because when you do, you miss the mark of excellence. Rest is important because it gives you the energy to complete every project that you want,” says Trimuel. “Lastly, know that your material is amazing and be confident in what you do.”

Trimuel has high hopes for the future. Five years from now she sees herself finished with college, pursuing her master’s degree in interactive media. She has narrowed her college choices to four: Elon University in North Carolina, University of Southern California, Morgan State University or Howard University. Elon University is a standout for her because of the excellent communications program and a master’s program that can be completed in eight months. Morgan State and Howard will give her the experience of attending a historically Black college or university (HBCU).

She also plans to go to law school to become a Civil Rights attorney, host her own talk show, and write two novels that she plans to turn into a streaming show.

Once she accomplishes everything she has on her list, she will say “I told you so,”  to those who look up to her. Trimuel does not mean that in a condescending way, but in a way that conveys if she can accomplish what she said she would, there is nothing to stop other teen girls from doing the same. 

Trimuel has created a line of shirts, is working on a song and is planning a journal, all with the theme of “Dear Black Girl, You are IT.”

Her words of encouragement to those coming behind her:  “Leave your mark, it is never too early to start your dreams. And do not keep your dreams to yourself. Someone else’s dreams may be found in yours. Lastly, to all the young Black girls, you are IT.”

To find out more information about Tamera and “Dear Black Girl, You Are IT,” visit the November Media Publishing website at novembermediapublishing.com.

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