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#SheSunday



So here's the deal. Today's #SheSunday is somewhat for the he's and she's but I really have the she's in mind. And I don't want to hear any comments about how women are just being whiners and aren't in such a bad place after all. The research - the stats - the numbers - don't lie. 

I'm tired of being told I can be a strong woman and then when I chose to use my voice I get shut down. I'm over it. I'm fed up. I'm sick of the double standards and hypocrisy. 

Part of the problem is standing up for myself. I keep getting sent the message that I shouldn't or don't have permission to. It's not true but it's the prevalent message. And sometimes I forget it isn't true and I sit down. So today, for #SheSunday - and for the he's - let's talk about standing up for ourselves despite the messages we might be getting to sit down. 

There's a lot of content out there discussing today's topic, here are just two articles I found:
How To Stick Up For Yourself In Everyday Situations
Words to Say When You Need to Stand Up for Yourself

Whether you are a he or a she take some time today to bolster your confidence, refreshing yourself on standing up not sitting down, and evaluating the situations you might currently be in that you need to stand up. 



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