Wash your sheets, shave your legs, and curl up in bed with my top 5 inspiring movies for when I need to feel like a real badass for the week ahead!

The Devil Wears Prada

This movie will forever make my list of motivating films. Depending on my mood, I am either inspired by Meryl Streep’s hustling, ambitious character, or by Anne Hathaway’s journey towards learning more solid boundaries and finding out what is most important in her life. Either way, it’s a good one when you need to channel your inner badass.

The Color Purple

An intense one to watch, but forever an inspiration to keep going, even through heartache. Plus, Oprah and Whoopie will always inspire me.

Moxie

Focusing on a young woman’s “feminist awakening” and directed by Amy Poehler, this movie will inspire you to stand up and be heard. Bonus points if you watch it with a teenage girl in your life.

Mona Lisa Smile

Love this one. If you’re looking for a story to motivate you to push back against societies expectations of you and pursue your passions, this is it.

Working Girl

Ever feel like you’re hard working, dedication, andddd also overlooked professionally? Watch this one if you are wanting a good romantic comedy that inspires you to seize opportunity…and big hair 😉

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