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Have you ever come away from a personal encounter feeling, “What just happened? Am I so out of touch? Maybe I AM losing it!” If someone is trying to get you to doubt the validity of your own experience — the information you receive from your own senses — then chances are you’re being gaslighted.Read the Rest…

When was the last time you took a good vacation? What’s the longest you have allowed yourself to let down and stay off duty? Women face so many conflicting demands today …they often end up feeling exhausted, cranky, and discouraged. Burnout rears its ugly head and you find you just don’t care about much ofRead the Rest…

Woman Heart Champion, Lynette Crane tells her eye-opening story of her own surprise heart attack. She pioneered stress education in the ’70s at San Francisco City College. The topic was so new to psychology she had to write the textbook for the course. Yet her knowledge did not protect Lynette from having a heart attackRead the Rest…

I started this New Year by attending the Genshai Mastery Retreat in Coronado, California. This wonderful program took place in a local community theatre building, a setting that highlighted every speaker as a uniquely special person. At the same time, we all relished the cozy friendly atmosphere in which we could share as sisters andRead the Rest…

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) and many other groups are lobbying Congress to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Heralded as the first and best protection for victims of domestic violence, who happen to be overwhelmingly women, VAWA is up for renewal in 2012. The Two-Minute Activist The AAUW has established anRead the Rest…

I confess: I’ve become so disgusted with the current level of political (nonsense) discourse in Congress that I’ve largely tuned out. But I’m changing my ways. In this election year the stakes are high. Author Nancy Poling writes eloquently about Why Young Women Need to Pay Attention. Well, 65 is not young any more byRead the Rest…

When Paldrom Catherine Collins found out she was in love with a recovering sex addict, she decided to save her relationship. She worked with him in his counseling business, Compulsion Solutions, Inc. and she co-wrote a book with him to help others, The Couple’s Guide to Sexual Addiction. Having been a Buddhist nun, Paldrom’s naturalRead the Rest…

Is it nature or nuture? For whatever reason, many women have a tendency to feel jealous of other women’s achievements. Come on, admit it, there have been times that you also have had that twinge of jealousy. She has this beautiful head of thick hair, you search online for hair loss in women; she hasRead the Rest…

Who has had a run in with a bully at work?Have you ever met a mean girl and an even meaner woman? I have and it is not fun.  I think we all think girls are pretty in pink and sooo nice!! Wrong!!! There are some pretty mean women who do not know or tryRead the Rest…

Kathleen Mullens is working to make the United States a world leader in promoting women to leadership positions. She founded Female Equality Matters (FEM) to recognize companies and organizations that have a large number in leadership positions. When you see the FEM logo, you can support that company with your dollars: buy their products, donateRead the Rest…

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The content below is taken directly from MissRepresentation.org.   The film Miss Representation exposes how American youth are being sold the concept that women and girls’ value lies in their youth, beauty and sexuality. It’s time to break that cycle of mistruths. In response we created MissRepresentation.org, a call-to-action campaign that seeks to empower womenRead the Rest…

It is not often you meet someone who you just click with and as they say “are on the same page” with you. I have been blessed so many times I have stopped counting. I have been surrounding myself with smart, amazing women for over 10 years and in the last three years.  Not surprising,  I foundRead the Rest…

Timeless Women Develop Powerful Networks Women are using today’s social networking tools to multiply their connections for fun and profit. Dr. Nancy O’Reilly interviews two amazing women who specialize in developing powerful connections. Woman Who Shatters Limitations Dr. Fern Kazlow excels in shattering limitations—especially financial ones. She has shared her know-how with her trademarked programsRead the Rest…

Have you had to face losing your most cherished loved one? Kim Kircher lived with the threat of losing her husband, first through cancer treatment, then for another 150 days while waiting for a liver donation. She used her training as a paramedic on the ski patrol team at Crystal Mountain in Washington as theRead the Rest…

Thank you so much for helping my gals with appropriate clothing for interviewing and “on the job” clothing. You are a complete inspiration to me in all that you give and do to help women have confidence in themselves. With the fact that they know they look “the part,” they are able to feel lessRead the Rest…

“…an explorer of the human mind…knows how to get to the heart of a subject…a passionate female leader…” Dr Nancy is an explorer of the human mind and how we all fit into this complex world. She knows how to get to the heart of a subject and guide people to see with new eyes.Read the Rest…

A major challenge any leader faces is keeping members connected. It’s hard to keep them involved with the general workings and mission of their association. Regardless of your group’s purpose and goals, there are a lot of activities out there competing for your members attention, so you must continually strengthen their bond with the group.Read the Rest…

We hear it all the time: the key to fundraising and membership success is communications. But just what does that mean? And how on earth do you do it? This wonderful toolkit from the United Way Women’s Leadership Council sets out best practices for running a solid and coordinated communications campaign. Even better, it offersRead the Rest…

As everyone who has ever led a fundraising campaign knows, it’s hard to get everyone on the committee to take responsibility and truly embrace the goal. 6 Tips on How To Get Your Committee to Take Responsibility Communicate. In fact, OVER-communicate. You’re familiar with all the details — and you remember them –  because youRead the Rest…

The U.S. Census Bureau tells us that 36.2 million Americans are available singles over age 45. Lots of them are dating. If you are a midlife woman who is dating again – or still – you know better than to base your self-worth on a man. A good partner can enhance your life, to beRead the Rest…

A recent article by contributor Kerry Hannon in forbes.com reported a LinkedIn survey of nearly 1,000 female professionals in the U.S. They found that most American women feel that it’s important to have a mentor. Unfortunately, one woman in five lacks a mentor, and the deck is stacked against women over 44. Nearly two-thirds ofRead the Rest…

86% of the purchasing power in the U.S. is in the pockets of women! Two weeks ago MissRepresentation launched a campaign to get our help in calling out sexist and degrading advertisements and products during this holiday shopping season. Use hashtag #NotBuyingIt on Twitter, Facebook, and e-mail With the hashtag #NotBuyingIt on Twitter, Facebook, andRead the Rest…

What do you do when your child or grandchild says, “I need you to tell me the truth. Are you Santa?” Read this wonderful post by a sensitive mother , writer Martha Brockenbrough, who fielded this question with tact. She managed to preserve the mystery and magic of the season. Thanks to Iron Butterfly BiruteRead the Rest…

During the Holidays, sticking to a budget can be difficult and extremely stressful. Read Dr. Nancy’s tips on how to stick to your financial goals and still give. Holiday Gifting on a Budget: Gifts That Keep on Giving

Lots of people feel let down after the holiday season. Maybe the celebrations, joy, gift giving, parties, and gatherings with friends and families really weren’t all you had hoped. Maybe your holiday was downright awful. It’s enough to make anyone feel anxious and depressed. Tips for a healthy post-holiday recovery: Were your holiday expectations manageable?Read the Rest…

“ … an excellent speaker … Wonderful information. … forced me to take time to think about me. We left feeling energized and validated.” “Dr. O’Reilly’s speech forced me to take time to think about me. Dr. Nancy is an excellent speaker and gave us a lot to think about. Wonderful information. We left feelingRead the Rest…

The Value of Women’s Work Women often complain about feeling invisible, ignored and dismissed in their workplaces. A wonderful new article posted by Charmaine McClarie on W2Wlink describes four common traps and how to avoid falling into them. 1. Blindly oblivious at work. This person has no idea what it takes to get ahead inRead the Rest…

Looking for examples of a promotional brochure, welcome letter and new member packet for your fundraising initiative? Look no farther. Other successful women are eager to share. If you haven’t already joined, check out the United Way Women’s Leadership Council on Linked In. After you join you’ll find the group very welcoming. Glenda Abbot ofRead the Rest…

Love this email from the folks at MissRepresentation.org! *** Black Friday has passed, but we know the shopping madness in America is only beginning. Over the next few weeks, millions of people in this country (and in places all around the world) will spend many millions of dollars on gifts for family, friends and lovedRead the Rest…

Many women have told me they grew up hearing messages that greatly harmed their self-images. These messages continue to influence how they see their reflections in the mirror today, and it often does not match up with the way they think they should look. What do you think when you look in a mirror? DoRead the Rest…

I wish everyone was happy and safe this holiday season, but sadly many are not. Our associate Shirley Osborne asks us to send positive energy and thoughts to one group of women. ~Dr. Nancy Native American Women – Highest Rates of Abuse and Sexual Violence Native American women suffer the highest rates of domestic abuseRead the Rest…

The holidays bring the generations together, which often leads to conflicts and disappointment. Clinical psychologist Barbara Greenberg, PhD, author of “Teenage as a Second Language” sent us  an article about inter-generational issues with teens. Have you experienced any of these feelings? Her website offers a support community for people dealing with teen issues. ~Dr. NancyRead the Rest…

Stephanie Staples cares passionately about personal growth. She warns people not to wait for others, but to seize control themselves. It’s the most empowering experience to take control yourself and make the little continuous changes that create a lifetime of personal growth. How would you like to become the person you would most like toRead the Rest…

Courtney Martin found her joy in communication and storytelling and put her gifts to work in service to the world. One of her books, Do It Anyway: The New Generation of Activists, tells the stories of other young people who are making a difference and changing the world for the better. You’ll be inspired byRead the Rest…

Girls need to see women in power in order to believe they themselves can have power. The problem is, our film industry isn’t cooperating! Learn how you can help change the equation. According to SeeJane.org, research shows that: What is the Ratio of Males to Females in Family Films? Males outnumber females 3 to 1Read the Rest…

Just returned from a screening of the indie documentary MissRepresentation and Oh boy, what wonderful discussions and conversations followed as the audience mingled after the film. Think how women are portrayed in the media these days.   Tired of the heavily made-up stereotypes displaying their DD bust lines on emaciated bodies. Tired of the bimboRead the Rest…

Shirley Osborne found the answer when a 14 year old girl said, “When every girl succeeds, every woman wins.” Adopting this powerful message as her personal mission statement, Shirley has dedicated her talents and energy to empowering girls and women by spreading knowledge about themselves and their possibilities in life. Her most ambitious effort isRead the Rest…

War Redefined is the capstone of a 5-part series on public television. Many interviews are available on the PBS website as transcripts or podcasts. Interviews with female Secretaries of State and others “reveal how the post-Cold War proliferation of small arms has changed the landscape of war, with women becoming primary targets and suffering unprecedentedRead the Rest…

Self Promotion Backfires To get a raise you need to self-promote, but self-promoting women may experience backlash in the workplace. What can I do to keep my self-promotion from backfiring? The website W2Wlink.com has some answers. “The characteristics we associate with success, including confidence and competitiveness, are seen as stereotypically masculine. Characteristics that are seenRead the Rest…

Go Red for Women Luncheon, Springfield, MO The American Heart Association presented its 2011 Go Red For Women Luncheon with the them, “Cooking from the Heart.”  The program featured a heart-healthy cooking demonstration led by well-known local chef, James Clary, and registered dietitian, Adam Pruett. The heart-healthy recipe prepared during the demonstration was also theRead the Rest…

How can you mentor other women to help them succeed? What have been your keys to success? If you’re not already on Linked In and using social media, get with it! Now!  LinkedIn provides some terrific groups like Women 2.0. Check out this recent post by Dawn Goldberg, CPA, in response to a question inRead the Rest…

What kind of Halloween costumes will you put on your kids this year? Post photos of your creative Halloween costumes and counteract gender stereotypes. What will you wear yourself? What messages will these costumes say about girls and women’s roles, and about men’s relationships to women? It’s worth thinking about! Missrepresentation.org is a growing movementRead the Rest…

Gender Commun-ication For Results and Advancement  Yes, things in the business world are getting better for women. And yes, we still have a ways to go. Women in leadership and executive positions stare down a double-edged sword daily. If their style is primarily assertive, decisive, task vs. relationship oriented, etc., they are labeled as tooRead the Rest…

How to Recruit New Board Members Before you begin some bizarre recruitment ritual, realize you are facing a common problem. You’re having trouble filling your board positions, a few people are doing most of the work, and the steady workers are in danger of burning out. We often hear this statement in organization meetings, usuallyRead the Rest…

I recently spoke to health and life quality guru Nancy Deville. She is an amazing woman in the height of her powers and beauty. She offered a simple blueprint any woman can follow to achieve better health and happiness. Say something good to yourself. Too often we are masters at putting ourselves down, and NancyRead the Rest…

How can I use my power to change women’s image in the media? Our media denigrate even the most powerful women in our country such as Hilary Clinton, Condoleezza Rice, Sarah Palin and Nancy Pelosi. Commentators focus on whether they had plastic surgery, what they wear, and how old they look. What chance does anRead the Rest…

I would  like to  get members excited about my chapter or organization Cynthia D’Amour, founder of the Chapter Leaders Playground, posted a webinar 10-7-2011. During the webinar she polled listeners and found that 93% wanted some help increasing enthusiasm for their group. Only 7% said that all their members are totally excited about their group.Read the Rest…

Technology was supposed to give us more leisurely and better lives. Sadly, many women are discovering an opposite effect. Instead of feeling plugged in, they find themselves isolated, cut off from real human interaction. This isolation is especially painful — and dangerous — for women who work from home. They have no contact in theRead the Rest…

OSLO, Norway (AP) — The 2011 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded  today to three women: Africa’s first democratically elected female president, a Liberian campaigner against rape and a woman who stood up to Yemen’s autocratic regime. The award recognizes the importance of women’s rights in the spread of global peace. The Nobel website says theRead the Rest…