January 4, 2026
Dr. Abeer Elgamal

Dear sister, dear friend, dear beautiful soul,

As we stand at the bright threshold of 2026, I want to speak directly to you—the woman who has shown up for herself and others, day after day. You, who has faced challenges with grace. You, who keeps moving forward with courage that deserves to be celebrated.

And oh, how I want to celebrate you today!

I see you. And as we welcome this sparkling new year, I want you to know something: your resilience is not just admirable—it’s inspiring. It’s the kind of strength that changes everything.

This past year has been a journey of growth for so many of us. Some paths took unexpected turns, some doors closed while we weren’t looking, but here’s the beautiful truth I’ve discovered from watching remarkable women navigate change: every redirect is leading us somewhere better. Every detour has been teaching us something essential.

I’ve had the privilege of watching my own 29-year-old daughter discover just how capable she truly is during a period of professional transition. What started as a setback has become her masterclass in resilience. She’s been learning new skills, exploring possibilities she never considered before, connecting with opportunities that wouldn’t have appeared on her old path. And watching her bloom through this experience? It reminded me that sometimes life doesn’t close doors to shut us out—it closes them to redirect us toward something more aligned with who we’re becoming.

This is what I see when I look at women like you, like my daughter, like the countless Egyptian women who embrace change with open hearts: I see adaptability. I see women who transform challenges into stepping stones. I see creativity, determination, and an unstoppable spirit that refuses to be dimmed by temporary setbacks.

Let’s talk about what you’ve accomplished! You’ve been growing, learning, and discovering new dimensions of your own strength. You’ve been sending out applications, attending interviews, building your skills, networking, and showing the world what you’re made of. You’ve been managing your household, supporting your loved ones, and finding moments of joy even during uncertain times. That’s not just surviving—that’s thriving with style!

As 2026 begins, I want to invite you to celebrate yourself exactly as you are right now. The woman you are in this moment—with all your dreams, your determination, your beautiful fighting spirit—is absolutely magnificent. You are in the exciting space of possibility, and while transitions can feel uncertain, they’re also where magic happens.

Think of the Phoenix, that powerful symbol we’ve known since ancient times. It rises from the ashes not with sadness, but with renewed energy and purpose. It spreads its wings and soars higher than before, carrying all the wisdom it gained into a brilliant new flight. You are in your rising season, and what a glorious sight that is!

So what do I wish for you in this bright, promising new year? I wish for the perfect opportunities to find you—the ones that make you think, “Yes! This is exactly where I’m meant to be!” I wish for doors to swing open at just the right moment, revealing paths so perfect you’ll wonder how you ever considered anything else. I wish for professional success that exceeds your expectations and personal joy that fills your days with light.

But even more than these wonderful things, I wish for you to fully embrace your own power. You are capable of extraordinary things. The skills you’re building, the persistence you’re showing, the grace with which you’re navigating this chapter—these are the qualities that create unstoppable women.

To my fellow Egyptian women especially, we carry such richness in our heritage! Our grandmothers and mothers showed us how to be both strong and graceful, how to keep joy alive even in challenging times, how to create abundance from simple ingredients. That wisdom flows through us, and it’s serving us beautifully as we write our own stories.

As this new year unfolds, embrace your hopes with open arms! Dream big, beautiful dreams. The universe is conspiring in your favor, and the best chapters of your story are still being written. Your next opportunity is out there right now, getting ready to find you.

And to you, my darling daughter, and to every young woman in transition: you are exactly where you need to be. This moment is preparing you for something wonderful. Keep shining, keep believing, keep moving forward with that beautiful spirit of yours. The world needs what you have to offer, and the right doors are about to open wide.

Keep growing, keep learning, keep being the amazing woman you are. Your persistence is paying off already—can you feel the momentum building? Success loves determined women, and you, my dear, are unstoppable.

As we step into 2026, I’m raising my cup with joy—to every woman who believes in herself, who faces each day with courage, who knows that better things are coming. To every woman who smiles at possibility, who sees opportunity where others see obstacles, who lifts herself and others up.

This is your year! Not because it will be without challenges (every year has those), but because you are ready. Ready to receive the blessings coming your way. Ready to step into new opportunities. Ready to show the world the fullness of your capabilities.

Welcome, 2026! We are so ready for all the beautiful surprises you have in store.

With love, celebration, and absolute faith in you,
Dr. Abeer Elgamal