This past week I attended a truly enjoyable luncheon. The event was to honor students and women who had made a difference. I left there inspired.
My inspiration came from cheering the accomplishments of so many women - both young and older. It came from hearing their messages of hope. It came from listening to stories of failure, determination, and the real meaning of success.
Two quotes from the speeches - which, happily, were more like pleasant conversations than boisterous boasting, hit a chord. One speaker asked us 'not to confuse kindness with weakness.' The other begged us to get comfortable being uncomfortable. Both should be on our daily to-do lists. This was the 39th year for this particular luncheon. Never during all those years have we needed those reminders more than we do today.
The luncheon was on a University Campus. The room was filled with past, present and future leaders. The speakers and our surroundings reminded us that leadership and learning are indispensable to each other. The 'breaking news' junkies were jolted into realizing information is not knowledge. Lots of heads nodding in agreement.
The final take-away was from Elbert Hubbard: She/he has achieved success who has worked well, laughed often, and loved much.
Yes. It was a memorable day. Now I can just remember and put into practice all I #learned.
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