The Power of Women

Sometimes I forget how powerful it is to get together with a bunch of women and talk. There are times in life when getting together with friends is difficult. Work, kids, activities and the daily "stuff" sometimes gets in the way.

Last week I had the privilege of going to a women's retreat and connecting with 250 women. 245 of whom I had never met before. Meeting these women and making new friends was truly a gift. I enjoyed talking and laughing with strangers as they became friends. I found out new things about me as well. I stepped out of my normal comfort zone and tried something new. I even roomed with 5 complete strangers and made connections that will go well beyond those few days.

I made a deeper connection with a friend from a networking group. I knew that the connection was always there but it was nice to find that we have more in common than just that group.

I learned about others, learned about myself, missed my husband and kids and, again, appreciated them for their support of my personal and professional goals.

The power of connecting with other women and taking time myself were gifts not to be taken for granted.

If you have the opportunity, go to a networking event, join a friend when she goes out with her work friends or take the time to go to a social event where you can meet other women. Make an effort, step out of your comfort zone and see what happens. You might be surprised. The power of women connecting with women affect all aspects of our lives.