Nadia (Celebrated by Sabrina)
My mom is my idol, she brought me to this life, and she continued her duty successfully, by sacrificing many of her dreams just to take care of me and my sisters. My mom is a very aware human being. Before having me, she had the duty of teaching and educating others' little ones, but she decided to quit her dream job and dedicate her time to caring for us - that was her choice.
The picture you see was at my daughter’s baby shower, this wonder woman continued taking care of me and my baby, and that’s what we call unconditional love, where the person can skip their own desires, needs and plans just to give you all the energy and the care.
I owe my Mom all the respect and love, and I'm trying so hard to be such a good example to my daughter, as my mom is one for me.
Tell us a little bit about yourself.
I'm Sabrina Guetibi. I'm Moroccan, and a mom of one little girl. On the professional side, I am a Doctor of Industrial Engineering, Researcher and Lecturer, and I recently launched a small podcast (Moroccan Mama Life) dedicated to Moroccan Mamas, to empower them and tell them that we are many out here, struggling and trying our best to take care of our families, with all the duties, responsibilities and career challenges.
What's your favourite memory of your mother?
The thing that I cannot forget was my mom's technique to manage my anger when I was little, around 5 years old. She would give me colour pencils and empty pages, and just install me in a calm corner, without even talking or discussing anything, and she could wait there doing her home tasks and all, for hours, till I went back to her and show her what I drew. That was something that many people cannot establish with a small one, and that’s what we call patience.
How is your relationship with your mother today? How has it evolved over the years?
My mom is an angel. She's never willing to hurt anyone’s feelings, or to even try to tell them what to do. When someone is dealing with a matter, she's a good listener - she could actually be a very good life coach. My mom is my first friend. She's never upset with me, and she tries as much as she can to find excuses for our mistakes. But, first when I was little… when there was an issue, we could tell with a simple look at her eyes that we had to stop and calm down, and if we had done a mistake, we would [sort it out] it without her telling us to do so.
What are some very specific ways that your mother has helped you to get to where you are today?
Without her in my life, I wouldn't be the same person. She gives me instant support. She helped me when I was little to deliver my homework, and when I grew up, she helped me to succeed in my studies and in my family life. She's never late when I need her support (emotional or material). I cannot fully tell you the stage to which I love and respect her.
"My mother always says..."
When you're in trouble, and you feel down, do not compare yourself, what you eat, what you wear and what you own, with a rich person, do not observe others' lives. Instead, focus on your own, reflect on your choices, and change over your proper way - never forget that there is someone who is looking to eat even cooked rocks.
Complete this sentence: "I adore my mother because..." she's a woman like no other.