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Entity discusses the qualities of strong women

What are the characteristics of strong women? Most people would probably pull up a couple of quotes from Pinterest,  mention their favorite feminist poem, or even give you the full-length biography of their favorite woman in history. But do these characteristics actually look like in action?

We have put together an abridged list of strong woman traits that you won’t find in your average Tumblr post.

Strong women don’t let their friends self-deprecate.

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Self-deprecation is contagious; once one girl starts doing it, it catches on like the fever until everybody is picking the things they hate about their bodies. That being said, it’s easier said than done to like everything about your body. It’s more about focusing on the aspects that you are proud of rather than those that make you feel uncomfortable.

Strong women know that they are leaders, so they know their words carry more weight in their sub-communities. This why they typically avoid humor that only serves to cut them down based on their appearance.

Strong women are not afraid to compliment themselves.

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Now there is obviously a colossal difference between having confidence in your body and being totally narcissistic. However, I honestly can’t remember the last time I heard a woman honestly compliment herself, whether it be her physical appearance or her work ethic. It happens, but it’s not common at all; especially when you compare it to the number of times that we put ourselves down.

A strong woman can try on a dress that fits her well, assess it, and then honestly say, “I like how this fits because I have a very proportional hip-to-waist ratio. And that’s actually something I’ve always loved about my body.”

This sentence in itself is so countercultural it almost sounds taboo to say it out loud. However, strong women know that having true strength sometimes means breaking out of the cultural norms. In a culture of self-hate, strong women promote self-love.

Strong women hold themselves accountable.

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Strong women do not think they’re perfect. In fact, they are so aware of their faults that they do not need to hide behind denial to protect themselves. They are fallible, wild human beings, and they make mistakes.

The difference between a normal woman and a strong woman is that the latter will own up to it, even if it’s extremely difficult for her to admit. This is because she has a healthy balance between pride and humility. A proud, insecure woman may take years to actually admit she was at fault for something at all. However, strong women know that taking responsibility requires a lot more strength than denying the truth.

So just because you can’t bench 500 pounds, this doesn’t mean you’re not a strong woman. If you advocate for others and hold yourself accountable, you are probably one the strongest friends a woman can have.

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As a strong woman, you can give yourself everything you need.
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You're tough and nothing is impossible.
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Your strength comes in many shapes and forms.
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Remember your worth, and don't let anyone walk all over you.
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Let the strength inside you inspire you to be more.
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