my ground.”
That idea remains relevant today.
Standing up for yourself doesn’t necessarily mean becoming aggressive.
Confidence can be quiet.
Protection Doesn’t Always Look Like Strength
We often imagine strength as something obvious.
A loud voice.
A forceful personality.
A person who always has an answer.
But another form of strength is knowing when to conserve your energy.
Walking away from an unnecessary argument can be strength.
Refusing to participate in gossip can be strength.
Saying no without feeling guilty can be strength.
Choosing peace over proving a point can