One of my favorite songs from one of my favorite artists, Strength, Courage & Wisdom by India.Arie, gets me motivated and helps me put things in perspective.
Strength
Resilience and fortitude build strength, the capacity to endure and excel. Most of us only know our own strength when it is tested through trials and tribulations.
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Being assertive at work is a slippery slope. Women, especially in the workplace, are often judged differently than men. When you stay quiet, they say you’re weak and when you speak your mind, they say that you’re aggressive or worse, you’re a b*tch.
So, when do we women need to be assertive at work?
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Being resilient during a pandemic is needed for survival. If you break down and panic, you won’t be able to think clearly and you won’t be able to think of ways to keep you and your family safe.
An individual who is resilient can cope during a crisis.
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