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Power or Curse?

Lateefah Messam-Sparks
2 min readJan 15, 2024

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A recent visit to Caixa Forum in Madrid led me to an exploration of the captivating exhibition, “Revered and Feared,” which artfully unveiled the myriad expressions of feminine power. From divine goddesses to spirits, this exhibition provided a unique lens into the figures that have both commanded reverence and instilled fear throughout history.

The Culmination: Interactive Art on Feminine Attributes As the exhibition reached its crescendo, I encountered an intriguing display of interactive art that urged contemplation on the duality of feminine attributes. The curated items — anger, fertility, ambition, sensuality, and resilience — were presented not merely as singular characteristics but as complex facets that could be perceived as either empowering or burdensome.

The perception of whether items such as anger, fertility, ambition, sensuality, and resilience are considered a power or a curse can vary based on individual perspectives and cultural contexts. Here are different viewpoints on each:

1. Anger:

  • Power: Anger can be a powerful emotion that fuels change, sets boundaries, and motivates individuals to address injustices.
  • Curse: Uncontrolled anger may lead to destructive behaviours, strained relationships, and negative consequences.

2. Fertility:

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Lateefah Messam-Sparks
Lateefah Messam-Sparks

Written by Lateefah Messam-Sparks

Expat building a Chess and English business in Madrid and wanting to share my life, stories and other musings with you along the way. @safsparks

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