One of the many things I’ve learned over the decades throughout my career, whether from the adversities I’ve faced or the challenges I’ve taken on, is that we are capable of so much more than we give ourselves credit for. Too often though, we underestimate ourselves (particularly us women!). 

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It’s still a ‘work in progress’ but I am learning to stop over-thinking and over-worrying things. It’s a bad habit, I know. I’ve also learned the importance of setting healthy boundaries. 

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Many women struggle with self-doubt, but in my experience, we tend to doubt ourselves more and back ourselves less than men. We need to back ourselves more. Each of us has the ability to learn how to step through our fears to pursue the things that inspire us.    

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Whether we realise it or not, we talk to ourselves all the time, it’s that little voice in our head that just won’t stop.  This self-talk is mostly unconscious, and it’s often highly negative, keeping us stuck in a loop of doubt. Identifying these negative internal voices and intentionally replacing them with a more positive narrative can help move us more confidently towards action. 

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As a leader, I have always listened to my gut instincts. Time after time, when I get feelings of ‘something’s not quite right here’ sure enough my instincts have kicked in and helped me navigate, consciously and subconsciously, through those trying or challenging times. 
 

2024 has been no different – upon reflection, this year has reminded me yet again to back myself.  ​
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