Claudia Chan

Invest in Yourself

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Posted on: June 14, 2012

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To me, the capabilities of women are remarkable and limitless yet I feel we often give away our power because we’re investing more energy in others and our to-do lists than OURselves. If we don’t regularly take quality time to assess our state of mind, heart and body–we can become disconnected with what makes us deeply happy. I am giving myself this exact advice as I write these words to you!

Having hit rock bottom a few years ago from putting myself last, I know firsthand that women need a space to seek inspiration and celebrate what we ARE accomplishing. This is why I created S.H.E. Summit Week kicking off next week in New York City with almost 40 events designed to inspire women in work, life & everything in between. It’s a broken record but we must take advantage of the “me time” to serve our personal curiosities or passions — whether that means discovering a new cause, practicing meditation, attending professional development workshops or networking with women leaders. This investment in ourselves will be invaluable for our futures and allow us to dive back into our to-do lists and routines with a greater sense of self and purpose.

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