When you attempt to assert yourself, you may find yourself in a rather lonely place. As a woman and in many situations, you may be put to the side and simply ignored because women are usually required to be seen and not heard.

To a considerable degree, women are still being socialized that way – to be quiet, accepting, and not assert themselves. It thus takes conscientious effort to reprogramme yourself and step away from what you have been conditioned to do, to find your voice and use it.

If you are brave enough and persistent you will develop a reputation for refusing to be ignored. Then perhaps grudgingly initially, but nevertheless gradually, you will not be ignored and your opinion may even be solicited.

 

 

Best wishes and have a great day!