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Transcript of The Pocket Book of Women's Wisdom, Volume 1
Pocket Book Of
Women’s Wisdom
Words of Support And
Encouragement From
Women For Women
Compiled by Hannah Samuel
in support of
Volume 1
Please feel free to share this publication in its entirety
without breach of copyright. Extracts may be used
when accompanied by the following attribution:
‘Excerpted from ‘The Pocket Book of Women’s Wisdom
volume 1’ compiled by Hannah Samuel in support of
Dress For Success, April 2010.’ www.hannahsamuel.com
Copyright © Hannah Samuel 2010
All rights reserved
The moral right of the author has been asserted
ISBN 978-0-9864600-3-6
Published by Integrity Press, Auckland, New Zealand
April 2010
Disclaimer: The compiling author/editor, contributors and
publisher accept no responsibility or liability for actions
undertaken by any person or entity, or any loss incurred,
based on information contained in this publication.
Woman To Woman
It’s wonderful to be inspired by words of wisdom
from women we consider special or famous.
However, everyday women, leading everyday
lives, have as much wisdom to share, if not more
so, than their more famous sisters.
This ‘Pocket Book Of Women’s Wisdom’ has been
compiled in support of global charity ‘Dress For
Success’. It is a compilation of original thoughts,
sayings and quotations from everyday women
willing to share with, and encourage, other
women in an uplifting way. We hope you enjoy it
and dip into it whenever you’d like a boost of
inspiration and encouragement.
Hannah Samuel
Mission
To promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.
Vision
Every woman succeeding.
www.dressforsuccess.org
Dressing yourself for success is
more than just the clothes you
wear. It’s about the energy that
you clothe yourself in, and that
comes from the inside.
Yvonne McLean
It’s not the thought that counts.
We must act on those thoughts.
If you are thinking of someone,
call them and say so. Other-
wise it’s just a thought.
Allison Mooney
Trust your gut feeling, and if it
turns out to be wrong, you
have an opportunity to learn.
Sherryl Hewlett
It doesn't matter how good your
message is if no one's listening.
So remember, you are the pre-
senter, you are in control! When
you communicate be sure to
understand the listener, plan
what you want to say and then
deliver your message confidently.
Michelle Bowden
Remember you're the star in
your own movie of life. The
great thing is, you get to
choose: horror and drama, or
comedy and romance?
Linda McDermott
Modest self-appreciation can
boost your spirits when you’re
feeling down. When things feel
tough, remind yourself:
I’m good at …
I’m loved and appreciated by …
I make a difference to …
Hannah Samuel
Be aware of your tendency to
move between shame and
arrogance. Aim to ground your-
self in the middle, where, like
the strong kauri tree, you stand
without shame, without pride,
just powerfully present and
connected.
Sally Mabelle
Don’t treat people how you’d
like to be treated. Treat them
how they’d like to be treated.
Veronica McGowan
Learn the skill of ‘handing it
over’. When life seems to be a
struggle, be willing to sit back
and hand the problem over to
your guides, your angels, The
Universe or whoever you put
your faith in. They will bring you
everything you need to succeed.
Ann Andrews
They say what makes you happy
is what will make you successful.
I believe true success is when
what makes you successful also
makes others happy.
Anna Gervai
Water always finds narrow gaps
to seep through. If you’re
blocked, remember even a
trickle can find a path.
Lindsey Dawson
Keep your ears open to the
positive words and compliments
people tell you, they are your
angels in disguise, sent by the
universe to direct you to your
greatness. Implant them into
your heart and mind and step
into your greatness.
Janice Davies
Success is not mysterious, nor
is it reserved for only an elite
few. Success comes simply from
successful habits. Every day
recognise your excellence; rise
to the challenges that face you;
rejoice and celebrate your
success, and in this way take
your place in the world.
Jaki George-Tunnicliffe
Listen to the voice of those
fleeting whispers; it is your
intuition and higher
consciousness speaking.
Jasbindar Singh
Organisations demand ever
more from you and if you keep
giving it, eventually you will
have lost your soul. Always
keep a little bit of yourself in
reserve!
Sarah Wilshaw-Sparkes
We are meaning–making
machines and have natural
emotional responses to the
meanings we make of things.
Therefore, it is valuable to
distinguish between what
happened and what we make
it mean. Choosing which stories
we attach gives us the controls
for how we experience the world.
Belinda Simcox
ABC: Attitude, Belief, Choice.
These are so important in our
lives.
The Power of attitude at all times.
The Power of belief in yourself.
The Power of making choices, no
matter what happens in life.
Juliet Pratt
When I have disappointed my-
self in some way I say to myself,
“You’re doing your best, and
your best is getting better all
the time. Keep it up.” Kindly
encouragement is my way of
helping me become a better
person. Clare Feeney
We are givers by nature, but
too often we give of our own
substance which leaves us
emotionally, physically,
mentally and spiritually
drained, and therefore unable
to give at all.
Yvonne Godfrey
When you hit an obstacle be
like a ‘weeble’ and bounce off
in a new direction until you hit
the next one, then bounce
again. Don’t let anything stop
you. Pam Martin
Cultivate courage. Have the
courage to follow your instincts
– they will never let you down.
Ann Andrews
Even though people may mean
well, their advice may not be
right for you.
Trust your intuition, and be
bold in making decisions you
know are right for you, even if
others disagree.
Hannah Samuel
It’s better to try something and
fail, than not to try at all, and
then ask yourself ‘what if?’ for
years to come. Regrets are a
waste of energy, so live life to
the full and just do it!
Cornelia Luethi
Ask yourself if it really matters.
If it does, then do something
about it. If it doesn’t, then let it
go. Really let it go and move on.
Chloe Barrott
Clothe yourself in gratitude,
love, and appreciation for
yourself, and those around you.
Clothed in those, you will be
unstoppable.
Yvonne McLean
Acknowledgements
To all the women who made this book possible
by contributing so warmly and willingly -
Thank You! You are truly inspirational.
Thank you, too, to everyone involved with
Dress For Success New Zealand Affiliates who
inspired it. You too are an inspiration.
For more information about the contributors check out their websites on the following pages. They’re just regular women, facing challenges, and making choices, just as we all are!
Hannah Samuel
Ann Andrews www.thecorporatetoolbox.com Chloe Barrott www.admin2go.co.nz Debra Bodger www.petpartners.co.nz Michelle Bowden www.michellebowden.com.au Linda Coles www.bluebanana.co.nz Janice Davies www.attitudespecialist.com Lindsey Dawson www.lindseydawson.com
Contributors
Clare Feeney www.clarefeeney.com Amanda Fleming www.amandafleming.co.nz Jaki George-Tunnicliffe www.fusionatwork.com Anna Gervai www.orchidwebdesign.co.nz Yvonne Godfrey www.yvonnegodfrey.com Sherryl Hewlett www.speakerlink.co.nz Tina Jones www.designboutique.co.nz
Dairne Kirton www.lifesabilities.co.nz
Cornelia Luethi www.fxmarketing.co.nz
Sally Mabelle www.sallymabelle.com
Pam Martin www.positiveconnexions.co.nz
Linda McDermott www.ivoiceover.co.nz
Veronica McGowan www.nesa.com.au
Yvonne McLean www.strategicdirection.co.nz
Allison Mooney www.personalityplus.co.nz
Contributors
Juliet Pratt www.julietpratt.co.nz Tamara Rubanowski www.multimediapublishing.co.nz Hannah Samuel www.hannahsamuel.com Jasbindar Singh www.sqconsulting.co.nz Belinda Simcox www.twitter.com/belindasimcox Alison Vickers www.export.ac.nz Sarah Wilshaw-Sparkes www.professionelle.co.nz