The reality — and downside — of adversity is that it has negative effects on self-esteem, power, and worldviews. However, if we can note when this happens, we can manage adversity to work with and through it — rather than negating it.

Have you ever considered what women who consistently achieve — despite difficult circumstances — have in common? Studies show that women who have had successful careers share two key attributes: the ability to manage stress and overcome adversity.

It’s been quite a year, hasn’t it?

We’ve become so accustomed to this “new normal,” we might even start to forget that this has been a decidedly abnormal and difficult adjustment process.

It goes without saying that we are all more than ready for the fresh start 2021 is offering — but are you in the right mindset to make the most of the year ahead?