It's A Start...

This blog is in the formative stage so expect it to possibly go through some growing pains and change as I figure out which direction I want to take it. The general idea right now is coming from my love of horses and having to "cowgirl up" to ride because of fear. It comes from watching my daughter go through some tough times with anxiety and fear and hoping she will pull herself through it ok and stronger.

We are faced frequently with the choice to do something that is right for us or others, but very hard to do, or not doing it at all out of fear. Stepping out of your comfort zone to do what is right, even if it is difficult or hurts, is something I think most women can understand (having to leave the boyfriend who didn't treat you right, having to request equality in the workplace which is thankfully not as big of an issue as it used to be, etc.).

Definition of Cowgirl Up: Be your own woman, make your own path; take responsibility for who you are and what you do; step up to a challenge; toughen up; to make something happen as opposed to just complaining about it; taking charge of a situation. The feminine variation of "cowboy up" (below).The feminine variation of Cowboy Up: when things are getting tough you have to get back up, dust yourself off and keep trying.

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