FEATURE
what i know now
Toby Keith may lament he’s not “as good as I once was,”and John Cougar Mellencamp may want to “hold on to 16,” or at least that’s what they say in their songs, but the women of Lake Norman are proof that life just keeps getting better and better. With life experience comes wisdom, and we’re asking area women to share what
they’ve learned on the topics of lifestyle, attitude, beauty, self-confidence, relationships, and, yes, getting older. WHAT’S THE ONE SKILL EVERY WOMAN SHOULD HAVE?
Challenge yourself to speak up. Women have too much knowledge, insight, and experience not to share it with others. WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE THE YOUNGER YOU?
Pause, ponder, and pump your brakes! Recognize that leadership is an action, not a role. Use your experience to empower others and create a positive environment. WHAT DID YOU LEARN FROM YOUR MOM?
It’s okay to be uncomfortable. The more uncomfortable you are, the more prepared you tend to be. She also taught me to always treat others with respect because your respect should never be taken for granted. WHAT IS THE ONE THING YOU HOPE YOUR CHILDREN LEARN FROM YOU?
Be a mentor. It’s our responsibility to keep the door open so that our future generation of leaders can open it. I also hope that they will learn to make small talk with anyone, no matter what age they are. WHAT ADVENTURE CHANGED YOUR LIFE?
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Barbara JOHNSON 46
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FEBRUARY '22
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lakenormanw oman.com
Director, Winnie L. Hooper Center LKN TOWN:
Mooresville
Traveling! I’ve been to Ohio and Tennessee. A 3k race and obstacle course also had a huge impact on me. I was able to network and share stories with the other participants about the importance of being a champion for change and helping to make a difference in the lives of others. w WRITER DANA JORDAN
