It's simply a fact that empowering others feels empowering! You've learnt some stuff in your life - specific skills, knowledge, and maybe you've had a few unexpected curve balls thrown at you that's given you wisdom and resilience - and now it's time to share that with others. To give a leg up to those finding their own way on their journey. It feels great, it feels right, making it all worthwhile.
This is where my friend and ex-colleague Connie Fogarty is at. She has earned her corporate stripes and in her retirement is spending her time supporting non-profit organisations that empower women. Why let her business acumen and personal experience of overcoming serious illness go to waste? Indeed. So we 're chatting about the rewards of giving back, and why specifically empowering women is so important at the moment.
The world feels a bit out of balance, leaning too far over into the energy of conflict and of the individual where it's all about the money. Women are definitely part of the solution and can encourage a more collective, empathetic and caring approach to global issues. It really needs to be a team effort and women need to be heard.
Connie tells an inspiring story which will hopefully inspire you to think of ways you can give back. Every person has something to bring to the table, this is what humanity shares.
Find Connie: linkedin.com/in/conniefogarty