Empowerment: authority or power given to someone to do something.
AND the process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one's life and claiming one's rights.

I was recently attending a training for a certification requirement for some volunteer work I will be doing with an organization, and in the very beginning of our 4 days together one question was what does empower mean to me? That’s something to think about, what does it mean to you?

It made me search a little bit about what takes away that feeling of being empowered?

Here are some ways that we can take back the empowerment to create the life we desire!

Societal expectations: Women are often expected to conform to certain societal expectations, such as being the primary caregiver for children and the elderly, or being subservient to men. These expectations can make it difficult for women to feel empowered, as they can limit their choices and opportunities.

Discrimination: Women face discrimination in many areas of life, such as the workplace, the home, and in public. This discrimination can make it difficult for women to feel empowered, as it can make them feel undervalued and powerless.

Lack of access to resources: Women often lack access to resources that can help them to become empowered, such as education, employment opportunities, and healthcare. This lack of resources can make it difficult for women to achieve their goals and to live their lives to the fullest.

Self-doubt: Women often doubt themselves and their abilities. This self-doubt can make it difficult for women to feel empowered, as it can prevent them from taking risks and pursuing their dreams.

Trauma: Women who have experienced trauma, such as abuse, violence, or sexual assault, may have difficulty feeling empowered. This is because trauma can damage a person's sense of self-worth and make them feel unsafe and powerless.

Here are some ways that we can take back the empowerment to create the life we desire! Education: Education is one of the most powerful tools for women's empowerment. Employment: Employment is another important way for women to become empowered. It gives women the financial independence they need to make their own choices and to live their lives on their own terms. Leadership: Leadership is another important way for women to become empowered. Be a leader to others in a group, volunteer, girl scouts, church small group, woman’s networking group or fundraising for something you are passionate for. Relationships: Strong and supportive relationships can also help women to become empowered. Relationships can provide women with love, support, and encouragement. Self-care: Self-care is essential for women's empowerment. It is important for women to take care of their physical, mental, and emotional health.

Let us know in the comments below how you plan to start being an Empowered Women.

Go ahead, let me know what’s on your mind!  Oh, and by the way, if you plan on purchasing products from amazon you can click this link https://amzn.to/3ZCFh94 in the description and you would get a small percentage of their purchase which would continue to help you produce the podcast.

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Thank you for joining me on this episode: How to Stay Focused on Your Goals and Achieve Success.

Goal: the object of a person's ambition or effort; an aim or desired result.
Success: the accomplishment of an aim or purpose.

I am certain that no one listening ever wants to be unsuccessful in this life! How many successful people that have been my mentor, have talked about goals to continue to drive the results each of us are looking for. Whether it’s in our careers, business or personal achievements. Unfortunately, we may not always hit the mark. Before we discuss why that might be the case, the one truth I know for certain, is we wouldn’t have even come close without a goal.

Why do we fall short?

S         Specific
M        Measurable
A         Achievable (not pie in the sky, I wish, hope and pray)
R         Relevant
T         Time bound

It is important to remember to you are not alone! Let’s wrap this episode up by talking about 7 step process for achieving your goals and milestones you set for yourself!

1. Think positive about your goals and outcomes several times throughout the day. This may take a very conscious effort, so it may take writing in on a card you keep in your purse or wallet to pull out several times a day.

2. Take a look at what habits achieving your goal will require.

3. What one new habit will you begin today to work toward your goal?

4. Is there anyone, a group or support you can reach out to either hold yourself accountable or that can lend help and support to achieving your goal?

5. Have the courage to reach out to the support you identified, and set a specific day to meet, either in person, or over the phone or video. This conversation should clearly state the support you are looking for from the,

6. Begin implementing another new behavior along with the first changed behavior as now your beginning to take the next step in achieving your goal!

7. Enjoy the journey by celebrating the wins no matter how bit or small and enjoy the personal growth and improvements ahead!

Here are some 3 tips to become your best version of you and achieve all the goals you desire!

I would like to recognize Coco Gauff said she was overwhelmed with joy when she realized she won the U.S. Open women's final on Saturday and her victory "still doesn't feel real at all." The triumphant 19-year-old made history, becoming the youngest American to win the title since Serena Williams in 1999.

Let us know in the comments below how you plan to begin Staying Focused on Your Goals and Achieve Success!

Go ahead, let me know what’s on your mind! 

Be sure to stay tuned to next week’s show! You don’t want to miss the next episode, because we are going to talk about Goals, and Dreams for our best future!

Thank you for joining me on this episode about How to Stay Focused on Your Goals and Achieve Success!

Be sure to share, like and subscribe to never miss another episode! We have so much to talk about, and I can’t wait to hear from you!

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What does it mean to let go? to stop holding or gripping (something or someone)

Thank you for joining me on this episode: The 3 P's of Letting Go: Pause, Pray, Proceed

Reason why women we don’t let go of baggage from the past:

There is no way in the world to maneuver this thing called life without first of all having baggage from the past, and the hardest thing many times is letting go of that to embrace the future!

Fear of change. Letting go of baggage from the past can be a big change, and it can be scary to take that step.

Avoidance. Sometimes, it's easier to just avoid dealing with the past than it is to face it head-on.

Guilt. Women may feel guilty about letting go of the past, especially if they feel like they are abandoning someone or something important.

Pain. Letting go of baggage can be painful, both emotionally and physically.

Low self-esteem. Women with low self-esteem may not believe that they deserve to be happy or to let go of the past.

Trauma. If a woman has experienced trauma in the past, it can be difficult to let go of the associated baggage.

Uncertainty. Women may be afraid of what the future holds if they let go of the past. It can be more comfortable to stay in our poopy diaper than move forward with change.

Lack of support. If a woman does not have a strong support system, it can be difficult to let go of baggage.

It is important to remember to you are not alone! Let’s wrap this episode up by talking about 3 ways to as they say, feel the fear and do it anyway!

1.    Never Lose Hope. Have appreciation for the small things.

2.    Faith. In something bigger than ourselves. Whether it’s God, A power greater than yourself, Higher Power, Etc.

3.    3 P’s - Pause, Pray/Process, Proceed. 

Pause – getting in touch with yourself. Connecting in a spiritual or faith-based way that is right for you.

Pray/Process – Rely on something greater than yourself to help you through. We ultimately take the first or second step, but no matter what your beliefs are, I believe there is a master plan bigger than I can imagine, and the infinite is working for my benefit behind the scenes.

Proceed – Take the next step, in faith and confidence because we have chosen to act rather than react.

This brings coping tools and mechanisms. Deep breathing, meditation, yoga, exercise, reaching out when needing someone to talk to.

One last thought before we part, many of you may be aware that the late great Jimmy Buffet recently passed away and he always looked to keep the fun and laid back atmosphere in his music. We can all learn from that lighthearted perspective by not being to serious with ourselves and life. Let’s live our best life TODAY!

Let us know in the comments below how you plan to begin using the 3 P's of Letting Go: Pause, Pray, Proceed Go ahead, let me know what’s on your mind! 

Be sure to stay tuned to next week’s show! You don’t want to miss the next episode, because we are going to talk about Goals, and Dreams for our best future!

Thank you for joining me on this episode The 3 P's of Letting Go: Pause, Pray, Proceed.

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The Art of Self-Advocacy: How to Be Confident and Assertive

What is Self-Advocacy?  to effectively communicate, convey, negotiate or assert his or her own interests, desires, needs and rights.

Thank you for joining us on this episode: The Art of Self-Advocacy: How to Be Confident and Assertive

Reason why women don’t self-advocate:

We all suffer from low self-esteem from time to time, or about one or two areas of our life occasionally, or for longer periods of time than we’d like!

• Gender stereotypes
• Fear of retaliation

Lack of confidence

• Past experiences 

Fear of Violence

• Cultural norms
• Seeking Outside Approval

It is important to remember to self-advocate.

However, there are 5 tips that we can do to improve our self-advocacy, such as:

• Find a mentor or role model. 
• Challenge negative thoughts and beliefs. 
• Build your confidence. 
• Putting morals and values in place for yourself to know what crosses your line of “right or wrong” to help yourself know when a boundary has been crossed.
• There is always an option to find a support group or seek professional help.

Let me know in the comments below how you plan to begin to self-advocate. I am working on those I surround myself with so, go ahead, let me know what’s on your mind! 

Be sure to stay tuned to next week’s show! It is the 10th episode and to celebrate together - You are going to love my very special guest in our next episode!  Thank you for joining me on this episode The Art of Self-Advocacy: How to Be Confident and Assertive.

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Low Self-Esteem in Women - How to Overcome It and Thrive

What is Self-Esteem?  a confidence and satisfaction in oneself : SELF-RESPECT

Low Self-Esteem in Women - How to Overcome It and Thrive

We all suffer from low self-esteem from time to time, or about one or two areas of our life occasionally, or for longer periods of time than we’d like!

Here are the top 5 reason I have found that cause low self-esteem for us as women:

Are you ready?

1. Negative body image. Women are often bombarded with images of unrealistic beauty standards, which can lead to negative body image and low self-esteem. The media, advertising, and social media often portray women as being thin, beautiful, and perfect.

2. Comparison to others. Social media can make it easy to compare ourselves to others, which can lead to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. We are constantly bombarded with images of people who seem to have better lives than we do.

3. Trauma or abuse. Experiencing trauma or abuse can have a lasting impact on self-esteem. If we have been hurt or mistreated by others, it can be difficult to believe in ourselves or our worth.

4. Negative self-talk. The way we talk to ourselves has a big impact on our self-esteem. If we are constantly putting ourselves down, it will be difficult to feel good about ourselves.

5. Low expectations. If we don't believe in ourselves or our abilities, it will be difficult to achieve our goals and feel good about ourselves. We may set unrealistic goals for ourselves, or we may give up on our goals altogether.

However, there are 5 tips that we can do to improve our self-esteem, such as:

Challenge negative thoughts. When we have a negative thought about ourselves, we should challenge it and ask ourselves if it is really true.

Focus on our strengths. We all have strengths and weaknesses. It is important to focus on our strengths and to celebrate our accomplishments.

Meditation can be a way to reconnect with our inner self and learn to envision and focus on our strengths surrounding a particular problem area or relationship.

Surround ourselves with positive people. The people we spend time with have a big impact on our self-esteem. Seek professional help, therapy group, or support network. If you are struggling with low self-esteem, it may be helpful to seek professional help from a therapist or counselor.

Let me know in the comments below how you plan to begin to lift your self-esteem. I am working on those I surround myself with so, go ahead, let me know what’s on your mind! 

Be sure to stay tuned to next week’s show! It is the 10th episode and to celebrate together - You are going to love my very special guest in our next episode!  Thank you for joining me on this episode Low Self-Esteem in Women - How to Overcome It and Thrive.

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