- Taken the time to listen and think before responding
- Made a few moments to sit back and observe before passing judgement
- Recognized I couldn't do it all
- Honor the strengths of others more
- Been more diplomatic and strategic
- Pursued that doctorate
Woulda (Would have)
- Expected more from myself at an early age
- Spoke up against prejudice and disrespect earlier
- Been less afraid to pursue my passions at an early age
- Recognized my strengths
- Saw through the commercialism that has often dictated women's lives
- Trusted my gut more
Coulda
- Worked with more dynamic leaders
- Read more
- Traveled more
- Spend less time worrying
- Taken a vacation from loved ones rather than break ties
We all have life events, attitudes, and actions we should have, would have, or could have taken part in--it's good to write that list now and then as we move towards a more open minded, loving, respectful and caring life. Onward.
