“Of the offer, Myers says, “Suddenly, I found myself staring down the barrel of a predicament that I knew was all too… — Valerie Young Responsibility Copy Share Image
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“No matter how old you are, you never fully outgrow the need for your family’s acknowledgment and approval.” — Valerie Young Family Copy Share Image
“irritability in men is regarded as a sign of status. But when women lose their temper they’re seen as less competent.” — Valerie Young Copy Share Image
“The more typically female compulsion to “go by the book” credential-wise is partly a function of insecurity.” — Valerie Young Books Copy Share Image
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“Studies repeatedly show that if you attended a women’s college, you are likely to have higher self-esteem and more intellectual self-confidence than… — Valerie Young Copy Share Image
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“Partly this has to do with the tendency for females to blame failure on a lack of ability. Males do just the… — Valerie Young Enough time Copy Share Image
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“Upon her retirement, Supreme Court justice Sandra Day O’Connor reflected on her pioneer status. “My concern was whether I could do the… — Valerie Young Justice Copy Share Image
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