Whenever I first meet or am introduced to someone they often smile, then laugh, and ask — “what is a woman on fire?”
*This week’s Pinspiration*
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Because you may be new here, and it’s a good reminder for the rest of us, I thought we might talk today about the aspirations of being a woman on fire. And even give you a little quiz to see how you’re doing on getting there!
But first …
A cheering section gathered last week to celebrate another Woman on Fire’s accomplishment of one of her dreams — and I want to give everyone a big shout out!
Author Linda Yellin surrounded by some of the Women on Fire who attended: Holly Getty, Heike Vogel, Janina Serden Sebesky and Sarah Elizabeth Greer. (Photo by Christine Butler)
Author and writer Linda Yellin marked the recent release of her latest book What Nora Knew with a book signing attended by more than 200 people at Barnes and Noble in New York City. Her loudest cheers undoubtedly came from her Women on Fire sisters.
It was a special event for not only the arrival of the book, but for the relief felt with the positive news of Linda’s full recovery from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Linda, whose humor never flagged, wrote about her experience here in More Magazine.
Linda’s support team: Leah Branstetter, Sarah Elizabeth Greer, Janina Serden Sebesky and Heike Vogel. (Photo by Holly Getty)
What an inspiration you are, Linda, for staying strong and steady and positive throughout your treatment — all while birthing a book!
And thank you to all Women on Fire who braved the cold to heat up Barnes and Noble with your enthusiasm and support for Linda’s success.
So what is the answer to “what is a woman on fire?”
To start, being a woman on fire is a mindset, an attitude, and a set of skills.
Below are 10 of our 20 Women on Fire aspirations. How would you measure your level of fulfillment on each them?
On a scale of 1-10, with one being “not at all” to 10 being “completely inspired or fulfilled,” where do you fall on your own scale of meeting these aspirations? Mark your number beside each one.
- I cheer on the successes of other women
- I invest in myself and my potential
- I embrace and celebrate my talents and achievements
- I know when and how to ask for help
- I give — and accept — love and support
- I am clear and direct with kindness and compassion
- I have a positive attitude (at least 90% of the time!)
- I’m always working to improve myself
- I am aware of my powerful impact on others
- I believe there is plenty in this world for me!
Your answers will reveal what you need to know.
Which of these aspirations needs your attention?
Which aspirations (the ones with high numbers) may be very special gifts of yours — and how widely are you sharing them?
What would working on these aspirations do for your work and life?
I hope you will create a plan for yourself to move your score even just one number higher. It will make a difference for you.
In my nearly two decades as a life and executive coach, coaching thousands of women, I’ve seen and experienced personal mastery of these aspirations directly lead to more fulfilling, successful lives and greater peace of mind.
I hope you had a SUPER weekend! (Even though I’m a total sports illiterate, I love the idea of a SUPER anything;-)
Mostly, I wish you a super wonderful life!
Thank you for being here. Together, we’re moving our lives forward in a big way.
Big hugs and lots of love,
