I asked a group of 7th grade girls a few questions about personal power. The next set of posts will share their answers.
Q: What prevents girls and women from having power?
A: What prevents girls and women from having power could be giving in to what others say just to keep hold of some sort of "rep". To get into your power would be to try to keep up with it and try not to give it away to any body. Power is something you take. You can't earn it or wait to get it. You take it when it can be used. ---from powergirl99
A: I think men sometimes take away your power. Standing up for your self can strengthen your power. I think dealing with other women that have the same power helps them feel their power. Power is power. Use it, own it, work it! ---from Mael
A: I think the biggest thing that prevents girls & women from having power is that there are people stopping them & blocking their path from being powerful women. They use hurtful words, also. They're just trying to make you weak. ---from Lunatic =)
That's it for now. Stay tuned. I'll post more in the next few days. These ladies had great things to say. If you want to comment below, go for it.
GSE
P.S. I think we'll turn Power Weekend into Power Week!!! BTW, we have 700 blog page views now. Do you think we'll hit 1,000 before the end of the school year?
I have power to be kind and helpful.
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