--- title: WEST Wisdom | Confidence (2) description: Confidence | (2) --- [![Home](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/West%20August2017/Img/west%202016.jpg)](https://gwnew.memberclicks.net/home) # WEST Wisdom Blog ## [Stop Wondering & Start Living Into Your Wonder](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stop-wondering-start-living-into-your-wonder) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Jan 10, 2024 2:51:43 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2024-01-17%20Wake%20Up%20%26%20Wondershift%202x1.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stop-wondering-start-living-into-your-wonder) When we stop to set goals, especially around the new year, we typically start with a vision of who we want to become, what we want to do, or how we want to improve. Then we’re often left wondering how to achieve those goals. If you’re ready to move your goals out of the wondering stage and into the action stage, you won’t want to miss Judy Goldberg’s upcoming workshop: “Wake Up & Wondershift: A Journey to Personal Transformation.” [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stop-wondering-start-living-into-your-wonder) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stop-wondering-start-living-into-your-wonder#comments-listing) Topics: [Boston](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/boston), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Inspiration](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspiration), [Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-path), [Self-Awareness](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-awareness), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Personal Branding](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/personal-branding), [Challenges](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/challenges), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [Self-Reflection](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-reflection), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [Purpose](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/purpose), [Identity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/identity) ## [Managing Up Doesn’t Have Be Scary](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up-doesnt-have-be-scary) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Aug 1, 2023 2:48:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2023-08-08.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up-doesnt-have-be-scary) Telling your manager you need more resources or training can be awkward. You don’t want to undermine your working relationship or appear less than capable to do your job, but you know these tools will help support your success in your role. You know you need to speak with your manager about this, but how do you walk the fine line between confidently asking for support and appearing underprepared for the task at hand? [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up-doesnt-have-be-scary) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/managing-up-doesnt-have-be-scary#comments-listing) Topics: [Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leadership), [STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/stem), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Communication](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/communication), [Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/culture), [Leader](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leader), [Influence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/influence), [Management](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/management), [Lead](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/lead), [Developing Your Skills](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/developing-your-skills), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Strengths](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strengths), [Challenges](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/challenges), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Advice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advice), [STEM Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/stem-leadership) ## [Empowering Women & Amplifying Their Voices to Advance Women's STEM Careers](https://info.westorg.org/blog/empowering-women-amplifying-their-voices-to-advance-womens-stem-careers) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Jul 13, 2023 2:46:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2023-2024%20Website%20Banner.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/empowering-women-amplifying-their-voices-to-advance-womens-stem-careers) We find ourselves at a pivotal point in history. In many ways the world is questioning whether or not to empower women to fulfill their potential. Empowered women bring a variety of skills and perspectives to the table that should be equally valued. When we amplify the voices of women who are sharing discoveries, ideas, and support, true success is a given. These women’s voices shout from the rooftops that women deserve a seat at the table, every table.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/empowering-women-amplifying-their-voices-to-advance-womens-stem-careers) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/empowering-women-amplifying-their-voices-to-advance-womens-stem-careers#comments-listing) Topics: [STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/stem), [Announcements](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/announcements), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Life](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/life), [Inspire](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspire), [Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/culture), [Annual Theme](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/annual-theme), [Making a Difference](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/making-a-difference), [Inspiration](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspiration), [Self-Awareness](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-awareness), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Impact](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/impact), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [Inclusion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inclusion), [Self-Reflection](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-reflection), [Diversity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/diversity), [Corporate Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/corporate-culture), [D&I](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/di), [Equity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/equity), [Identity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/identity), [Ally](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/ally), [Strong Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strong-women) ## [STEM Women in the LGBTQ+ Community Working Towards a Stronger World](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stem-women-in-the-lgbtq-community-working-towards-a-stronger-world) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Jun 29, 2023 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/LGBTQ+%20Series%20(10%20%C3%97%205%20in).jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stem-women-in-the-lgbtq-community-working-towards-a-stronger-world) The LGBTQ+ Community has always been part of every community. There are scientists, researchers, project managers, clinical trial leaders and participants, technology developers, computer scientists, and more who are incredible parts of the STEM community that are also members of the LGBTQ+ community. These amazing people are making groundbreaking discoveries, changing our world for the better, and founding some of the most supportive organizations. Check out just a few of the amazing women below who are the perfect example of these communities coming together and how they are helping to build stronger science and a stronger world one day at a time.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stem-women-in-the-lgbtq-community-working-towards-a-stronger-world) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/stem-women-in-the-lgbtq-community-working-towards-a-stronger-world#comments-listing) Topics: [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Inspire](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspire), [Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/culture), [Innovation](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/innovation), [Influence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/influence), [Inspiration](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspiration), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Career Possibilities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-possibilities), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [Inclusion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inclusion), [Diversity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/diversity), [D&I](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/di), [20 Inspirational Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/20-inspirational-leaders), [Identity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/identity), [LGBTQIA+](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/lgbtqia), [Ally](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/ally), [Allyship](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/allyship) ## [AAPI Women in STEM You Should Know About](https://info.westorg.org/blog/aapi-women-in-stem-you-should-know-about) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on May 30, 2023 12:56:11 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/Wardiere%20Inc.%20(10%20%C3%97%205%20in).jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/aapi-women-in-stem-you-should-know-about) The month of May celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. WEST's 2022-2023 annual theme is "Strong Women, Strong Science, Strong World," and these women are a perfect example that science knows no geographic or gender-based bounds. Women of Asian and Pacific Islander descent have made, and are currently making huge strides in their fields of study, and are part of the development and discoveries that are constantly changing our world for the better. These are just a few of the innumerable women of Asian or Pacific Islander heritage that have made a huge impact on our world.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/aapi-women-in-stem-you-should-know-about) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/aapi-women-in-stem-you-should-know-about#comments-listing) Topics: [Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leadership), [Gender Balance, STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-balance-stem), [Gender Balance](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-balance), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Inspiration](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspiration), [Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-path), [Gender Pay Gap](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-pay-gap), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Career Possibilities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-possibilities), [Diversity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/diversity), [D&I](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/di), [Gender Parity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-parity), [Hiring Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/hiring-women-in-stem) ## [Preposterous Stigmas Resulting in Mental Health Epidemic for Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/preposterous-stigmas-resulting-in-mental-health-epidemic-for-women-in-stem) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on May 18, 2023 1:27:25 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/Mental%20Health%20Title%202x1.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/preposterous-stigmas-resulting-in-mental-health-epidemic-for-women-in-stem) Mental health struggles can happen to anyone. Being in a negative situation for too long is bound to have its effects, and sometimes it takes a lot of work to undo that damage. In many cases, mental health struggles are a result of one specific situation, or a toxic boss or co-worker, something easy to pinpoint. In STEM, that can be true, but even more so, women have seen a higher rate of mental health struggles because of more industry-wide issues. There’s still a stigma, in some places, that women don’t belong in STEM professions or that women are not going to be as smart or as well-educated as men.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/preposterous-stigmas-resulting-in-mental-health-epidemic-for-women-in-stem) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/preposterous-stigmas-resulting-in-mental-health-epidemic-for-women-in-stem#comments-listing) Topics: [Gender Balance, STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-balance-stem), [STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/stem), [Gender Balance](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-balance), [Communication](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/communication), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Choice](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/choice), [Resilience](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/resilience), [Mentoring](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/mentoring), [Coaching](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/coaching), [Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/culture), [Networking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/networking), [Discussion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/discussion), [Mindfulness](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/mindfulness), [Change](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/change), [Collaboration](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/collaboration), [Emotional Intelligence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/emotional-intelligence), [Self-Awareness](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-awareness), [Empathy](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empathy), [Gender Pay Gap](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-pay-gap), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Challenges](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/challenges), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [Mentor](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/mentor), [Inclusion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inclusion), [Diversity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/diversity), [Organizational Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/organizational-culture), [Corporate Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/corporate-culture), [D&I](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/di), [Gender Parity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/gender-parity), [Equity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/equity), [STEM Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/stem-women), [STEM Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/stem-leadership), [Female Representation STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/female-representation-stem), [Hiring Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/hiring-women-in-stem), [Strong Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strong-women) ## [Confidence Is An Outcome Of Courage](https://info.westorg.org/blog/confidence-is-an-outcome-of-courage) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Jan 26, 2023 4:38:06 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2023-02-08%202x1.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/confidence-is-an-outcome-of-courage) Often we misunderstand confidence to be a magical feeling that we either possess or it will elude us forever. We then find ourselves wondering how we can create this magical feeling of confidence. However, in reality, confidence is less of a magical gift and more a result of the everyday work of taking on difficult things, learning, failing, growing, and succeeding. In other words, it is not a question of whether you are a confident person or not, but a result of showing up courageously and authentically to things that feel hard (even impossible), scare us, and doing our best. Repeatedly showing up in those difficult situations courageously would slowly build that trust for you in your abilities, and that’s what confidence in self is: a feeling of trust in one's abilities, qualities, and judgment. Confidence is an outcome of courage, not the other way around. This is what Pallavi Srivastava will focus on in her workshop for the WEST community “Nurturing Confidence: The Path Through Courage & Authenticity.” [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/confidence-is-an-outcome-of-courage) 3 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/confidence-is-an-outcome-of-courage#comments-listing) Topics: [Work Life Balance](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/work-life-balance), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Inspiration](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inspiration), [Career Path](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-path), [Developing Your Skills](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/developing-your-skills), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Strengths](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strengths), [Challenges](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/challenges), [Career Development](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career-development), [#WESTevent](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westevent), [Identity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/identity) ## [2022-2023 Annual Theme Announcement](https://info.westorg.org/blog/2022-2023-annual-theme-announcement) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Oct 12, 2022 8:15:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/Blog%20Image%20ian-schneider-TamMbr4okv4-unsplash.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/2022-2023-annual-theme-announcement) While we hoped that the COVID-19 Pandemic would come to a full close before the start of 2022, it has lingered on. The effects of this continue to impact how we work, where we work, the world we work and live in, our personal lives and relationships, and so much more. In addition to this, we have seen history come crashing down in Ukraine as the people of Ukraine have had to flee, some even separating from their families to offer the best protection they can for their children.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/2022-2023-annual-theme-announcement) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/2022-2023-annual-theme-announcement#comments-listing) Topics: [Announcements](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/announcements), [Science](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/science), [Community](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/community), [Giving Back](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/giving-back), [Global](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/global), [Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/culture), [Annual Theme](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/annual-theme), [Professional](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/professional), [Connect](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/connect), [Collaboration](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/collaboration), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Polarities](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/polarities), [Leaders](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leaders), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [Advocate](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/advocate), [Inclusion](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/inclusion), [Self-Reflection](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/self-reflection), [Diversity](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/diversity), [#WESTorg](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/westorg), [Organizational Culture](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/organizational-culture), [STEM Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/stem-women), [Female Representation STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/female-representation-stem), [Strong Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strong-women), [Strong World](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strong-world) ## [The Keys to Speaking Up to Be Heard](https://info.westorg.org/blog/keys-to-speaking-up-to-be-heard) Posted by [Courtney Cyron](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/courtney-cyron) on Sep 16, 2022 10:54:44 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/social-suggested-images/2022-09-22%202x1.jpg) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/keys-to-speaking-up-to-be-heard) Mary Cheyne recounts sitting in a corporate meeting with approximately 25 other people, after a major issue with a project they had been working on. Every person around her had spoken up and provided their input, except her. She managed to leave the meeting without having shared any of her ideas, no matter how brilliant they may have been, because she was afraid of the judgment of everyone else in the room. Feeling ashamed, disappointed in herself, and unable to get out of her own way, she recognized something had to change.  [Read More](https://info.westorg.org/blog/keys-to-speaking-up-to-be-heard) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://info.westorg.org/blog/keys-to-speaking-up-to-be-heard#comments-listing) Topics: [Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/events), [Leadership](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/leadership), [Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women), [Career](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/career), [Communication](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/communication), [Network](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/network), [Women in STEM](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/women-in-stem), [Upcoming Events](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/upcoming-events), [Professional](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/professional), [Confidence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/confidence), [Empowerment](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/empowerment), [Competence](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/competence), [Public Speaking](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/public-speaking), [Strong Women](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strong-women), [Strong World](https://info.westorg.org/blog/topic/strong-world) ## [Introducing WEST's 2021-2022 Executive Board Team](https://info.westorg.org/blog/introducing-2021-2022-west-board) Posted by [Jennifer Assily](https://info.westorg.org/blog/author/jennifer-assily) on Sep 8, 2021 7:15:06 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://info.westorg.org/hubfs/2021-09%20Executive%20Board%20Image.png) ](https://info.westorg.org/blog/introducing-2021-2022-west-board) Having just concluded WEST's fiscal year, we would like to thank our 2020-2021 Board Officers: Meena Subramanyam, President; Etta Jacobs, Vice President; Meredith Fisher, Clerk; Eleanor Howe, Treasurer; and Chesley Chen, Advisor & previous Co-Chair. Meredith and Chesley completed their board terms in June and we welcomed a few new Board Members to the team in July. Learn more about WEST's [Board of Directors](https://www.westorg.org/staff-and-board-of-directors). 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