Why is Everybody Looking at Me?: Dealing with Self-Criticism
by Denia-Marie Ollerton Denia-Marie received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and French Studies from Brigham Young University. She recently obtained a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from...
View ArticleStop with the Fear
by Holly I have always been afraid. Lots of fear. Mom says I was born with it, and I think she may be right. My earliest baby pictures show me weeping in terror of the camera. I was afraid of walking...
View ArticleMirrors and Windows: The Importance of Mentoring and Networking for LDS Women
Hall of Mirrors at Palace of Versailles, France. Image credit: Patrick Down by Naomi Watkins “A single book can be a mirror for some readers and a window for others.” –Rudine Sims Bishop [1] When I...
View ArticleThe Confident Woman
Image credit: Claire-Elizabeth by Tiffany Gee Lewis I consider myself a confident person. I don’t get ruffled in front of large crowds. I am a capable writer. I have some talent under my belt that...
View ArticleSaying Yes: Finding My Voice & Platform
Image credit: Mark Kober by Anna Packard People sometimes make fun of me for how much I loved EFY (Especially for Youth) growing up. I went every summer, including the summer before I started college....
View ArticleRaising Our Hands
Image credit: Stina Jonsson by Ryan Hammond Last time I wrote about the need for LDS men to include their sisters in their professional opportunity and support networks. I also challenged LDS women to...
View ArticleFour Tips for Thwarting Impostor Syndrome
Image credit: Gabriele Ferreira by Naomi Watkins “What you create doesn’t have to be perfect…Don’t let fear of failure discourage you.” –Dieter F. Uchtdorf At the young age of 22, I faced a room full...
View ArticleChoosing to be Brave
Packard family photos by http://brookeschultzphotography.com/ by Anna Packard No one told me how much bravery would be required to become a parent. I also never realized the bravery required to...
View Article7 Keys to Networking as an Introvert
by Melanie Steimle For many people, the idea of networking engenders less than positive feelings. For those (myself included) who consider themselves introverts, networking can seem especially...
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