The Right Outlook, At Any Age
Self-assurance, like wisdom, can come with time—or simply with a healthy attitude. We asked women to share how they find the inner strength to tackle all of life's challenges.
by Kelly Marages
Be Your Best in Your 20s
Embrace your fears
"My mother once sent me a quote: 'Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly.' I use that idea to remind myself that in the darkest of times, we're on the verge of beauty and greatness."
Jenna Lee, 28, Fox Business Network Anchor
Stay on the journey
"To gain the confidence to aim for the top, I've learned to accept that where I am at any moment is where I'm supposed
to be. So if I don't have a Grammy-winning album this time, it doesn't mean I've failed, just
that I have to keep going."
Rissi Palmer, 26, Country Music Artist
Step outside yourself
My yoga teacher told me nervousness is selfish energy. So now whenever I'm anxious about something, like a
dinner party, I remind myself that it's about my guests, not me. That calms me and helps me focus on the
event.
Katie Lee Joel, 26, Author of The Comfort Table
