[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fRdy4Ph-Pr3_YSRANo4UELfNtlCWM9i03GPoJzUPa93A":3,"$fWgWlilRDr3EJEiJK8kXGaRD41jig7kXnY8r8M5J5qVo":37,"$fKTBv3zVSCf98STkA9PpzCDgUT4S8CnWczvcBMcSI8s8":130},{"data":4,"meta":33},[5,9,13,17,21,25,29],{"id":6,"name":7,"slug":8},1,"Career & Finance","career-and-finance",{"id":10,"name":11,"slug":12},11,"After Hours","after-hours",{"id":14,"name":15,"slug":16},3,"Wellness","wellness",{"id":18,"name":19,"slug":20},12,"Style","style",{"id":22,"name":23,"slug":24},4,"Voices","voices",{"id":26,"name":27,"slug":28},2,"Mindset","mindset",{"id":30,"name":31,"slug":32},10,"Nourish","food",{"pagination":34},{"page":6,"pageSize":35,"pageCount":6,"total":36},25,7,{"data":38,"meta":128},[39],{"id":40,"title":41,"createdAt":42,"updatedAt":43,"publishedAt":44,"content":45,"slug":46,"coffees":26,"seo_title":41,"keywords":47,"seo_desc":48,"featuredImage":49,"category":96,"author":100,"img":127},231,"Why Change Can Feel So Daunting?","2024-12-31T19:56:56.668Z","2024-12-31T20:02:05.115Z","2024-12-31T20:02:05.111Z","\u003Cp>The year is drawing to an end, and for many, this time brings a sense of anticipation and excitement. This is the time for visions of fresh starts, new goals, and exciting possibilities that are flooding in our minds. However, there is the other side where the prospect of a new year is met with a wave of anxiety and dread. This apprehension, often referred to as the \u003Cem>"fear of new beginnings,"\u003C\u002Fem> can significantly impact our mental and emotional well-being and make the New —Unknown— Year something we would like to avoid at any cost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A new beginning at any level, even if it is something we have long wanted to do, is often accompanied by fear and insecurity. It may be a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002F5-signs-that-you-need-to-change-job\">change of job\u003C\u002Fa>, moving to a new house, a new relationship, a new activity or a new start that we either chose or had to make.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nevertheless, this fear is quite normal, and it derives from the uncertainty and the sense of the unknown behind something new.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fear is usually perceived as a sense of insecurity, worry about the future, recurring thoughts of failure, avoidance behaviours and \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fhow-to-not-procrastinate-like-a-pro\">procrastination\u003C\u002Fa> that can lead to cancelled plans, postponed decisions and ultimately \u003Cem>more insecurity\u003C\u002Fem>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch2>Where  Is This Fear Rooted?\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>Change inherently involves \u003Cem>stepping into the unknown\u003C\u002Fem>. This uncertainty can trigger anxiety, as we naturally gravitate towards predictability and control. Also, people show a tendency to avoid taking risks; therefore, given that new beginnings often involve taking risks and stepping outside our comfort zones, it can cause terrifying feelings. The fear of failure, the potential for disappointment, and the possibility of not living up to our expectations can be paralyzing.   \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Change can evoke a \u003Cstrong>sense of loss\u003C\u002Fstrong>, even if it's the loss of familiar routines, comfort levels, or even past identities. This fear can be particularly strong for those who have experienced significant losses in the past.  \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another aspect that makes new beginnings stressful and dreading is that the pressure to \u003Cem>“start fresh”\u003C\u002Fem> and achieve perfection in the new year can be overwhelming. Over the last days of the year, we get into a mode \u003Cem>“set your goals, design your life, work for your success, etc.”\u003C\u002Fem> which can be extremely stressful, because, realistically, how many of us have become millionaires within a year? \u003Cem>This unrealistic expectation can lead to increased anxiety and a sense of inadequacy.\u003C\u002Fem> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a consequence, this fear can lead towards avoiding making decisions, setting goals or taking any action that might lead to change. We stay in a job we don’t like because we don’t know our next steps and whether we will find another job soon. We stay in a dull relationship out of fear to go out and find what we really need. We don’t express our honest opinion out of fear of being unpleasant. And then here are the feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch2>Should I avoid new beginnings?\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002Fthe_fear_of_change_e4c3e38c45.jpg\" alt=\"the fear of change\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Absolutely not; the fear of change should not make us stay still and avoid challenges and opportunities. With the proper preparation for our new start, we can reduce \u003Cstrong>uncertainty and insecurity\u003C\u002Fstrong>, and setting small, realistic goals will help us to better adapt to the new circumstances. Also, asking for support and expressing our feelings to our family or friends can help us see things differently, from another perspective.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most importantly, we should acknowledge our feelings, such as fear or insecurity, and accept them. This acceptance of feelings will likely reduce their intensity and make us focus on what a \u003Cstrong>new beginning\u003C\u002Fstrong> can offer and new opportunities for development in every area of our lives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What we can do best to alleviate the fear is to acknowledge that change is inevitable and that uncertainty is a natural part of life. Instead of striving for perfection, it’s better to focus on setting small, \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fnew-years-resolutions-have-you-made-yours\">achievable goals\u003C\u002Fa> that gradually build momentum.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Also, shifting our focus from all the adverse outcomes and potential to the potential for growth, learning, and new experiences that we will acquire of our new beginning, small or big.\u003C\u002Fp>\n","why-change-can-feel-so-daunting","new begginings, fear of change, why we are afraid of change, new year change, new beginnings fear","Why are we afraid of changes? How can fear keep us away from achieving what we want? Read what the psychologist say about change.",{"id":50,"name":51,"alternativeText":52,"caption":52,"width":53,"height":54,"formats":55,"hash":91,"ext":57,"mime":60,"size":92,"url":93,"previewUrl":62,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":62,"createdAt":95,"updatedAt":95},818,"the fear of change.jpg","the fear of change",1600,900,{"large":56,"small":67,"medium":75,"thumbnail":83},{"ext":57,"url":58,"hash":59,"mime":60,"name":61,"path":62,"size":63,"width":64,"height":65,"sizeInBytes":66},".jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Flarge_the_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0.jpg","large_the_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0","image\u002Fjpeg","large_the fear of change.jpg",null,115.51,1000,563,115507,{"ext":57,"url":68,"hash":69,"mime":60,"name":70,"path":62,"size":71,"width":72,"height":73,"sizeInBytes":74},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fsmall_the_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0.jpg","small_the_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0","small_the fear of change.jpg",31.64,500,281,31636,{"ext":57,"url":76,"hash":77,"mime":60,"name":78,"path":62,"size":79,"width":80,"height":81,"sizeInBytes":82},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fmedium_the_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0.jpg","medium_the_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0","medium_the fear of change.jpg",67.16,750,422,67161,{"ext":57,"url":84,"hash":85,"mime":60,"name":86,"path":62,"size":87,"width":88,"height":89,"sizeInBytes":90},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_the_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0.jpg","thumbnail_the_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0","thumbnail_the fear of change.jpg",8.52,245,138,8515,"the_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0",269.05,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthe_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0.jpg","aws-s3","2024-12-31T20:01:40.164Z",{"id":26,"name":27,"slug":28,"createdAt":97,"updatedAt":98,"publishedAt":99},"2020-12-24T19:15:46.057Z","2025-10-01T19:50:39.801Z","2024-06-26T07:27:59.419Z",{"id":18,"name":101,"slug":102,"instagram":62,"facebook":62,"bio":103,"createdAt":104,"updatedAt":105,"publishedAt":106,"linkedIn":62,"avatar":107,"avatarImg":126},"Mariana","mariana","Mariana is our amazing psychologist. She is generally shy, but she has the answers to all questions. She is calm but can be pretty sarcastic if she wants to! She is working with women who are struggling in their jobs. She also loves knitting. She helps our Working Gal Team with her valuable insights and tips for a balanced work life.","2023-11-12T05:43:27.688Z","2023-11-12T05:47:04.640Z","2023-11-12T05:47:04.619Z",{"id":108,"name":109,"alternativeText":110,"caption":110,"width":111,"height":111,"formats":112,"hash":121,"ext":114,"mime":117,"size":122,"url":123,"previewUrl":62,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":62,"createdAt":124,"updatedAt":125},248,"1.webp","",250,{"thumbnail":113},{"ext":114,"url":115,"hash":116,"mime":117,"name":118,"path":62,"size":119,"width":120,"height":120},".webp","https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_1_ead45d4a4f.webp","thumbnail_1_ead45d4a4f","image\u002Fwebp","thumbnail_1.webp",4.51,156,"1_ead45d4a4f",8.67,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F1_ead45d4a4f.webp","2023-11-12T05:43:16.157Z","2023-11-12T05:43:16.165Z","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002F1_ead45d4a4f.webp","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002Fthe_fear_of_change_a17c11d1c0.jpg",{"pagination":129},{"page":6,"pageSize":35,"pageCount":6,"total":6},{"data":131,"meta":450},[132,205,257,327,398],{"id":133,"title":134,"createdAt":135,"updatedAt":136,"publishedAt":137,"content":138,"slug":139,"coffees":14,"seo_title":134,"keywords":140,"seo_desc":141,"featuredImage":142,"category":175,"author":178,"img":204},230,"Ask The Gals: Vanity and Cheating ","2024-12-31T00:30:52.365Z","2025-02-19T20:03:43.874Z","2024-12-31T00:45:32.012Z","## _If you have a question about your career, friends, love life, or everything random, [fill up this form](https:\u002F\u002Fforms.gle\u002FovnsXzrcahDPp2z56) and the Gals will answer it as soon as possible!_\n\n***\n\n## P. Asks: Busy Beaver\n\n![ask the gals vanity and sexism](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fask_the_gals_vanity_and_sexism_c78307340a.jpg)\n\n_“I am so busy at work that I don’t have the time for self-care and this is putting a huge stress on me. What should I do? It feels really frustrating working long hours and the only thing I have time to do is go home and sleep. I miss my college life. Everything was easier back then.”_\n\nThe Gal Answers:\n----------------\n\nThe first thing I would say is that we are pretty much all busy at work. Life in capitalism is hard, and in order to survive, we need to hustle, and hustle, and hustle. However, in order to make some time for self-care, we need to define what self-care is for each one. Some people find reading to be self-care; for others, self-care is going out for drinks with your friends or an evening of Netflix and chilling. Also, self-care doesn’t need to be an everyday occurrence or 1-2 hours per day. It can be 10 minutes of your beauty routine or -the best- 8 consecutive hours of quality sleep. \n\nI know it’s hard not having 8 full hours of doing what you like, but (remember the perfect balance plan: 8 hours of work, 8 hours of sleep, and 8 hours of free time). Tell me one person who manages to balance their time so flawlessly, and I will retract the answer (and cry in bed, unable to understand how they do it!).\n\nA way to find some time for self-care —whatever that means for you— is to discipline yourself into adding at least 15 minutes daily to do what you want. For instance, if you wake up at the last minute to leave for work, set the alarm earlier and dedicate those 15 minutes to yourself and your favorite activity. Also, if you are working too much, think about how to manage your time better.\n\nAt this point, let me remind you of our motto at The Working Gal: _Don’t be busy; be productive!_ Aka, identify and change the things that keep you busy and don’t let you leave work on time, and make some changes\u002Falterations to your schedule to fit your favorite activities. There is always time; we just don’t use our time wisely. \n\n***\n\n## Christina Asks: Partner Alert\n\n![ask the gals vanity and sexism](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fask_the_gals_vanity_and_sexism_95a5000983.jpg)\n\n_“I think that my partner is cheating on me. Should I search their phone?”_\n\nThe Gal Answers:\n----------------\n\nNo good has ever come from searching our partner’s phone. Never. If you feel that your partner is cheating on you, have an honest conversation with them and express your concerns. Depending on the conversation, you will identify the signs that they are lying. If they get on the defensive, something is going on. Also, check for gaslighting signs: if you have facts and they try to turn them against you, something is wrong. If they try to actually engage with what you are saying, they will probably try to resolve your concerns and doubts, and, in this case, your concerns may be invalid.\n\nAlso, what made you think that your partner is cheating on you? It would be helpful to have some more info on that. Have they changed their behavior toward you? Is a new person in their life making you think this way? Or is it something that derives from your insecurity?\n\nBefore you react to the facts you have, be honest with yourself and aware of the situation. Don’t rush to blame them; try to control your emotions before acting. In any case, trust your gut; where there is smoke, there is fire. And remember that the truth may hurt sometimes but will come out, no matter how much somebody tries to hide it. \n\nWish you good luck, and keep us posted!\n\n****\n\n## X. Asks: Barbie Girl\n\n![ask the gals vanity and sexism](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fask_the_gals_vanity_and_sexism_622e8d8315.jpg)\n\n_“Happy holidays! I have a question: I don’t know what to think about plastic surgeries. Are they a way of working on our self-confidence by eliminating the things that we don’t like about ourselves or it’s a sign of vanity and intelligence is what matters?”_\n\nThe Gal Answers:\n----------------\n\nWell, a lot of people don’t know how to feel about plastic surgery. It’s a profoundly sociological issue with many aspects, and there is no clear answer on how to think of them. You may also not feel anything about them if it doesn’t affect you.\n\nPlastic surgery is not only cosmetic surgery. Plastic surgery has been historically used for people with body dysmorphia or victims of accidents in order to reconstruct their bodies for medical reasons. And their self-esteem, of course -mental health is health. Also, for individuals with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), a mental health condition where they obsess over perceived flaws, plastic surgery can sometimes be a part of a treatment plan alongside therapy. So, having this in mind, plastic surgery is an essential part of people’s health and well-being. \n\nOn the aesthetics aspect now, where women have been criticized for years for their choices to have bigger breasts, to refine their noses or to make their skin look younger, the question you should ask yourself is, _“Why do I care?”_\n\nWomen have always been criticized for whatever they do. If they are beautiful, they are dumb. If they are ugly, they will end up old maids full of cats (what’s wrong with cats, I never understood). If they don’t pay attention to their looks, they are unattractive and losers. If they pay attention to themselves, they are vain and shallow. So, they lose whatever they decide to do. The problem is that, as women, we pay much more attention as we need to others and their opinions of us. So, you don’t know what you feel about plastic surgeries because, on the one hand, you feel like it’s everyone’s right to feel good about themselves, but on the other, you feel that if you get your butt bigger, then people will start blaming you for trying to be someone else and a more advanced version of yourself.\n\nWhat will help you to recognize what you feel is to stop thinking about others and ask yourself whether you would ever have plastic surgery and, if not, why. If it is because you feel good about yourself and wouldn’t change anything, then great. However, remember that not all people feel good about themselves, and some might feel better if their noses were smaller. Why take that away from them?\n\nUltimately, the decision to undergo plastic surgery is a personal one. If an individual feels it will improve their quality of life and happiness, that's their right, and we don’t have to feel anything about it. Their body, nobody else’s choice.\n\n***\n\n## Queen Asks: \n\n![ask the gals vanity and sexism](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fask_the_gals_vanity_and_sexism_94f2578780.jpg)\n\n_“What do you think is the best way to deal with sexism?”_\n\nThe Gal Answers:\n----------------\n\nIf I had a penny for every time somebody asked about that, I would be so rich that I wouldn’t have to write anymore (kidding, I can’t think of my life without writing). \n\nDealing with sexism is not easy; there is not a specific answer that could solve the problem (we wouldn’t be talking about that if we had found the solution!) and it depends on the context. What I mean by “context” is that sexism is prevalent everywhere: at the bus stop, at work, in personal relationships, and even within our families. We can’t avoid it, but we can choose how to deal with it, depending on what we want to achieve. Sexism is deeply rooted in our society, and even if we have made some progress over the years, completely eliminating sexism would take many, many years. Don’t forget that sexism benefits people, not only men, but also women. \n\nCurrently, the key “weapon” societies have against sexism is education. Education can help all genders understand the roots of sexism, stereotypes, and attitudes and can engage people proactively to address them and eliminate them. When people understand something completely, this is the first step to fighting it. And, as long as people are uneducated on sexism, they cannot confront it or get rid of it. If you don’t know what you are fighting, how are you expected to win it? \n\nWhile the newest generations are more aware and better educated than the previous ones, and while there are amazing and hopeful examples of battling against sexism, it’s still around us, and sometimes we don’t even notice it. And sometimes we use it for our benefit, as I mentioned before. For instance, men usually face less competition in male-dominated fields and have easier access to leadership roles than their female counterparts. Also, women who don’t want a harsh career path (which is totally okay, by the way) may benefit from the societal expectations that usually prioritize domestic roles, and they feel less guilty about their choices. \n\nIf you ask how to deal with sexism in your everyday life, there is no manual, but there are some tips to address sexist behaviors. If it’s in the work context and you hear about a sexist joke, then ask for more information, like _“I didn’t get the joke; can you explain it to me?”_ This way, you make clear that you don’t find sexist jokes funny and entertaining, and you put the person who told the joke in a position to feel -at least- weird.\n\nIf your partner shows sexist behaviors, try not to overreact immediately; sometimes, people don’t notice behaviors until someone calls them out. Ask them why they think the way they think, and explain how this makes you feel and how hurtful it can be. \n\nNow, about the classic family gatherings where older people make sexist jokes all the time, the best solution would be to minimize contact with them because rarely will this end up in a fruitful conversation, and also, we can’t fight all battles—one battle at a time.\n\nYou may find interesting [that](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fhow-to-handle-sexist-people-in-business) and [that](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002F10-sexist-quotes-every-woman-has-heard-1), and keep in mind that sexism needs patience, discussion, and, in some cases, empathy.","ask-the-gals-vanity-and-cheating","ask the gals, Q&A, women problems, working women issues, problems for women, sexism, competitive colleague, ask column","Ask The Gals about whatever problem you have, and they will answer it! 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This piece reflects the shared expertise of our editorial board and specialists, delivering a 360° analysis of modern business and executive lifestyle.","2021-02-14T21:17:05.180Z","2026-04-12T03:32:03.659Z","2021-02-14T21:17:25.177Z",{"id":189,"name":190,"alternativeText":110,"caption":110,"width":111,"height":111,"formats":191,"hash":199,"ext":193,"mime":196,"size":200,"url":201,"previewUrl":62,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":62,"createdAt":202,"updatedAt":203},108,"Untitled-7.png",{"thumbnail":192},{"ext":193,"url":194,"hash":195,"mime":196,"name":197,"path":62,"size":198,"width":120,"height":120},".png","https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_Untitled_7_b2bf764bcd.png","thumbnail_Untitled_7_b2bf764bcd","image\u002Fpng","thumbnail_Untitled-7.png",12.8,"Untitled_7_b2bf764bcd",22.3,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002FUntitled_7_b2bf764bcd.png","2021-02-14T21:15:43.138Z","2021-02-14T21:15:43.147Z","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002Fask_the_gals_vanity_and_sexism_8f911723b2.jpg",{"id":206,"title":207,"createdAt":208,"updatedAt":209,"publishedAt":210,"content":211,"slug":212,"coffees":26,"seo_title":207,"keywords":213,"seo_desc":214,"featuredImage":215,"category":248,"author":252,"img":256},229,"5 Cocktails For Your New Year’s Eve Only","2024-12-30T19:35:00.209Z","2024-12-31T04:34:08.061Z","2024-12-30T19:53:43.461Z","### Pop the champagne and forget the same old fizz. \n\nThis New Year's Eve, ditch the predictable and embrace the unexpected with these 5 show-stopping cocktails that will have your guests buzzing. Get ready to pop the cork on a night of dazzling drinks and unforgettable moments.\n\nIf you want to give your New Year’s Eve party a festive and cool twist, instead of the classic eggnog, try something fancy and prepare to raise a glass to a new year of unforgettable moments, one dazzling cocktail at a time.\n\n### These are the must-try festive cocktails for saying goodbye to 2024 and welcoming 2025 with style.\n\n![New year's eve cocktails](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002FNew_year_s_eve_cocktails_f711790e7e.jpg)\n\n## 1. French 75\n-------------\n\nA sizzling cocktail from the Roaring Twenties, this electrifying blend of gin, lemon juice, sugar, and champagne will blow your mind! You can call it soixante quince, just as the French; it will leave you feeling dizzy with delight.\n\n[Get the recipe here.](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bonappetit.com\u002Frecipe\u002Ffrench-75-3?srsltid=AfmBOoqeTH_xdwtkEt45av_LKF4DXuB9KKg5YojHHR46vviYMVCm1sbE)\n\n![New year's eve cocktails](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002FNew_year_s_eve_cocktails_0f92e44084.jpg)\n\n## 2. Vesper\n----------\n\nFor the rockstars of your life. A legendary cocktail born in the golden age of espionage, bursts onto the scene with a mix of gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc. An iconic drink, shaken not stirred by the legendary 007 himself, is a dynamite blend of flavors that'll leave you wanting more.\n\n[Get the recipe here.](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.liquor.com\u002Frecipes\u002Fvesper\u002F)\n\n![New year's eve cocktails](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002FNew_year_s_eve_cocktails_22908c5cae.webp)\n_Image Source:_ [epicurious](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.epicurious.com\u002Frecipes\u002Ffood\u002Fviews\u002Ftuxedo-no-2-martini-cocktail-variation-absinthe)\n\n## 3. Tuxedo\n----------\n\nFormality at its best. Sharp, sleek and ready for action, gin and vermouth blended with orange, creates a smokin’ hot libation, perfect for any high-rolling occasion. \n\n[Get the recipe here](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.diffordsguide.com\u002Fcocktails\u002Frecipe\u002F2004\u002Ftuxedo-cocktail-original).\n\n![new years cocktail](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fnew_years_cocktail_89e15cdd41.jpg)\n\n## 4. Golden Dublet \n------------------\n\nFor royal palates. Sunshine in a glass, bold, bright, and guaranteed to make your New Year’s memorable.\n\n[Get the recipe here.](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.gastronomblog.com\u002Fgolden-doublet-cocktail\u002F) \n\n![new years cocktail](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fnew_years_cocktail_13121a15ee.jpg)\n\n## 5. Bee’s Knees\n---------------\n\nProhibition in a glass. This electrifying cocktail, a zingy blend of gin, lemon juice, and honey, is the bee's knees!  It's sweet, tart, and perfect for any flapper party.\n\n[Get the recipe here.](https:\u002F\u002Fcookieandkate.com\u002Fbees-knees-cocktail-recipe\u002F)","5-cocktails-for-your-new-year-s-eve-only","french 75, new year's drink ideas, new year's cocktails, cocktail ideas, alcohol ideas, drinks for new year's eve","This New Year's Eve, ditch the predictable and embrace the unexpected with these 5 show-stopping cocktails that will have your guests buzzing. Get ready to pop the cork on a night of dazzling drinks and unforgettable moments.",{"id":216,"name":217,"alternativeText":218,"caption":218,"width":53,"height":54,"formats":219,"hash":244,"ext":57,"mime":60,"size":245,"url":246,"previewUrl":62,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":62,"createdAt":247,"updatedAt":247},808,"New year's eve cocktails.jpg","New year's eve cocktails",{"large":220,"small":226,"medium":232,"thumbnail":238},{"ext":57,"url":221,"hash":222,"mime":60,"name":223,"path":62,"size":224,"width":64,"height":65,"sizeInBytes":225},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Flarge_New_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60.jpg","large_New_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60","large_New year's eve cocktails.jpg",79.19,79185,{"ext":57,"url":227,"hash":228,"mime":60,"name":229,"path":62,"size":230,"width":72,"height":73,"sizeInBytes":231},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fsmall_New_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60.jpg","small_New_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60","small_New year's eve cocktails.jpg",27.44,27443,{"ext":57,"url":233,"hash":234,"mime":60,"name":235,"path":62,"size":236,"width":80,"height":81,"sizeInBytes":237},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fmedium_New_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60.jpg","medium_New_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60","medium_New year's eve cocktails.jpg",50.81,50814,{"ext":57,"url":239,"hash":240,"mime":60,"name":241,"path":62,"size":242,"width":88,"height":89,"sizeInBytes":243},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_New_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60.jpg","thumbnail_New_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60","thumbnail_New year's eve cocktails.jpg",8.98,8976,"New_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60",96.06,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002FNew_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60.jpg","2024-12-30T19:43:58.294Z",{"id":30,"name":31,"slug":32,"createdAt":249,"updatedAt":250,"publishedAt":251},"2024-10-01T02:28:53.114Z","2026-04-15T18:14:01.461Z","2024-10-01T02:29:00.529Z",{"id":179,"name":180,"slug":181,"instagram":182,"facebook":183,"bio":184,"createdAt":185,"updatedAt":186,"publishedAt":187,"linkedIn":62,"avatar":253},{"id":189,"name":190,"alternativeText":110,"caption":110,"width":111,"height":111,"formats":254,"hash":199,"ext":193,"mime":196,"size":200,"url":201,"previewUrl":62,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":62,"createdAt":202,"updatedAt":203},{"thumbnail":255},{"ext":193,"url":194,"hash":195,"mime":196,"name":197,"path":62,"size":198,"width":120,"height":120},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002FNew_year_s_eve_cocktails_ff6c46dd60.jpg",{"id":258,"title":259,"createdAt":260,"updatedAt":261,"publishedAt":262,"content":263,"slug":264,"coffees":14,"seo_title":259,"keywords":265,"seo_desc":266,"featuredImage":267,"category":300,"author":303,"img":326},228,"Iron Deficiency & What Does This Mean for Women?","2024-12-30T17:37:20.005Z","2024-12-30T17:45:51.407Z","2024-12-30T17:45:51.404Z","Women; how amazing creatures we are and how much have to deal with numerous challenges in our bodies. One of those challenges is iron deficiency. Iron deficiency is a common nutritional deficiency, particularly affecting women and it occurs when the body doesn't have enough iron to produce sufficient hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body.   \n\nWhy are women more susceptible?\n-------------------------------\n\nIron deficiency is more common among women due to several factors, the most important thereof **menstruation**. The monthly blood loss during menstruation is the primary culprit; blood contains iron, and this regular loss can significantly deplete iron stores. Women with unusually heavy periods experience more significant blood loss and are at higher risk. Another factor that contribute to iron deficiency is **pregnancy** because it increases iron demands substantially to support the growing fetus and the mother's increased blood volume. **Childbirth** can also lead to blood loss, further depleting iron reserves.   \n\n![iron deficiency in women](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Firon_deficiency_in_women_047bc78ab3.jpg)\n\n### Our diet plays an important part as well. \n\nSome women may not consume enough iron-rich foods, such as red meat, leafy green vegetables, and fortified cereals or they follow a vegetarian or vegan diet that can impact **iron absorption**. A significant amount of people with [Hashimoto's thyroiditis](https:\u002F\u002Fthyroidpharmacist.com\u002Farticles\u002Fbalancing-iron-levels-can-help-your-thyroid\u002F) can show iron deficiency as well since hypothyroidism can slow down the body's metabolism, which can lead to lower red blood cell production and anemia. Other factor that contribute to iron deficiency in women are certain medical conditions like endometriosis or uterine fibroids that can cause heavy bleeding.\n\nWhat are the symptoms of iron deficiency?\n-----------------------------------------\n\nIron deficiency symptoms can generally vary depending on the severity of the deficiency and the most common symptoms can be, among others:\n\n\\- Feeling of fatigue and weakness\n\n\\- Hair loss\n\n\\- Shortness of breath\n\n\\- Pale skin   \n\n\\- Rapid heartbeat\n\n\\- Headache\n\n\\- Difficulty concentrating\n\n\\- Cold hands and feet\n\n\\- Brittle nails\n\nWhat are the potential consequences of iron deficiency?\n-------------------------------------------------------\n\nOne of the most common consequences of iron deficiency is iron deficiency anemia. Iron deficiency anemia occurs when the body doesn't have enough iron to produce **hemoglobin**. So, if the person doesn’t consume enough iron, or loses too much iron, the body can't produce enough hemoglobin, and iron deficiency anemia will eventually develop. More serious consequences of iron deficiency can include impaired **cognitive function**, heart problems such as an enlarged heart or heart failure, complications during pregnancy, and hindered growth and development, especially in children.\n\nIron Deficiency & Reproductive Health\n-------------------------------------\n\n![iron deficiency in women](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Firon_deficiency_in_women_ade5c1f83b.jpg)\n\nIron deficiency is important for women’s reproductive health, since it can significantly affect it. It can significantly impact reproductive health. It can disrupt the [hormonal balance](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002F6-hormonal-changes-that-affect-you-during-fall) regulating the menstrual cycle, leading to irregular periods, missed periods, or even the absence of ovulation. Furthermore, insufficient iron may impair egg quality, increasing the risk of infertility and miscarriage. During pregnancy, iron deficiency poses serious risks. It can increase the likelihood of **preterm birth** and low birth weight babies, weaken the mother's health, and hinder proper fetal growth and development, particularly brain development. Women that have **plans for pregrancy** need to make sure that they won’t face any challenges during the pregrancy, should test their iron levels to make sure that there aren’t signs of deficiency.\n\nHow can women prevent or treat iron deficiency?\n-----------------------------------------------\n\nIrond deficiency can be mainly prevented through our diet. In order to make sure that we get enough iron from our food, we need to make dietary changes and incorporate in our diet foods that contain iron. It’s important to note here that [iron comes in two forms](https:\u002F\u002Fnutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu\u002Firon\u002F): heme and non-heme iron. **Heme iron** can be found in meat, poultry, and fish, and is more easily absorbed by the body than non-heme iron. The body absorbs up to 30% of heme iron consumed. **Non-heme iron** can be found in plant-based foods like beans, nuts, seeds, and whole grains, non-heme iron is less well absorbed by the body than heme iron. The body absorbs between 2–10% of non-heme iron consumed.\n\n_The_ [_Recommended Dietary Allowance_](https:\u002F\u002Fnutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu\u002Firon\u002F) _(RDA) for adults 19-50 years is_ _**8 mg**_ _daily for men, 18 mg for women,_ _**27 mg**_ _for pregnancy, and_ _**9 mg**_ _for lactation. The higher amounts in women and pregnancy are due to blood loss through menstruation and because of the rapid growth of the fetus requiring extra blood circulation during pregnancy._\n\nWith regards to the foods that are iron-rich these are:\n\n![iron deficiency in women](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Firon_deficiency_in_women_88a07af5d7.jpg)\n\n\\- **Heme iron:** red meat (beef, lamb, pork), poultry, and seafood\n\n\\- **Non-heme iron:** in plant-based foods such as: spinach, kale, beans, lentils, fortified cereals and grain, tofu, dark chocolate (70-85% cocoa), mushrooms, dried tomatoes.\n\nGiven that non-heme iron is less well absorbed by the body, it’s important to combine plant-based sources of iron with vitamin C since it enhances iron absorption. Also, calcium can interfere with iron absorption, which means that  they are consumed together, calcium can reduce the amount of iron that your body absorbs, so it’s recommended to avoid taking calcium supplements or consuming large amounts of calcium-rich foods at the same time as iron supplements or iron-rich meals. Spacing them out by a few hours can help.\n\nIf you suspect that you have iron deficiency or if a pregnancy is on your future plans, it’s advisable to consult with your physician and a registered dietitian that can give you guidance on how to overcome it.","iron-deficiency-and-what-does-this-mean-for-women","foods rich in iron, foods with iron, anaemia, lack of iron symptoms, iron deficiency in women, symptoms of iron deficiency, how do I know if I have iron deficiency, ","Iron deficiency is extremely important and can cause serious issues to our body, especially for women. 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Everyone wants to be friends with Evelina since she is a combination of sweetness, coolness, and calmness. She is very dedicated to her profession, and she is always willing to help, from giving a nutrition tip to... participating in a TikTok video! She is also a patient listener and a very talented editor!\n","2023-08-11T12:29:50.319Z","2023-08-11T12:33:13.815Z","2023-08-11T12:29:57.690Z","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.linkedin.com\u002Fin\u002Fevgenia-eleni-vlachogianni-a78246234",{"id":313,"name":314,"alternativeText":110,"caption":110,"width":111,"height":111,"formats":315,"hash":321,"ext":57,"mime":60,"size":322,"url":323,"previewUrl":62,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":62,"createdAt":324,"updatedAt":325},174,"evelina-working-gal.jpg",{"thumbnail":316},{"ext":57,"url":317,"hash":318,"mime":60,"name":319,"path":62,"size":320,"width":120,"height":120},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_evelina_working_gal_ca402d27d4.jpg","thumbnail_evelina_working_gal_ca402d27d4","thumbnail_evelina-working-gal.jpg",3.84,"evelina_working_gal_ca402d27d4",8.43,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fevelina_working_gal_ca402d27d4.jpg","2023-08-11T12:25:54.964Z","2023-08-11T12:25:54.973Z","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002Firon_deficiency_in_women_5ef4236000.jpg",{"id":328,"title":329,"createdAt":330,"updatedAt":331,"publishedAt":332,"content":333,"slug":334,"coffees":26,"seo_title":329,"keywords":335,"seo_desc":336,"featuredImage":337,"category":370,"author":371,"img":397},227,"The Only Banana Bread Recipe You Need","2024-12-29T23:16:18.478Z","2024-12-29T23:26:26.078Z","2024-12-29T23:26:26.075Z","Let’s start by admitting that there are only a few other blisses besides **banana bread**. Banana bread is the most comforting food in the world and is the ideal breakfast, dessert, snack… everything, basically.\n\nBanana bread is believed to have roots in the **United States** during the early 1900s, likely born out of necessity. According to food experts and historians, during financial hardships, they were trying to find a creative way to use overripe bananas before they went bad. Also, during that time, there was a massive rise in baking powder, which was a **game-changer** for baking bread-type food faster and easier than traditional yeast.\n\nSince then, banana bread has become one of the most popular since it combines an easy and affordable way not to [waste food](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Freducing-food-waste-how-small-steps-can-make-a-big-difference), aka your bananas that are sitting on the counter.\n\nI have always liked bananas, but when you live alone, there is a significant chance that you won’t be able to eat them before they go bad. Frankly, I find it horrible to waste food -and money- that often. So, I Googled something like _“What can I do with ripe bananas before they get bad?”_ and, apart from smoothie recipes, I found a couple of interesting banana bread recipes. I tried them all until I started experimenting with one specific recipe. \n\n![best banana bread with chocolate chips](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fbest_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_93d180c0ee.jpg)\n\nBasically, I love the idea of banana bread, but most of the recipes treat it as a dessert with lots of butter and sugar, and this is something I specifically avoid. I would never say no to cakes, candies, etc., but first of all, my skin is **sugar-intolerant**, which causes me extreme breakouts, and second of all, I avoid sugar at breakfast.\n\n#### So, I discovered the perfect recipe: banana bread with olive oil, not a lot of sugar, but equally delicious and moist.\n\nI “played” a bit with the recipe, and here we are—time to share it while waiting for mine to get out of the oven!\n\n\nThe Ingredients\n---------------\n\n_**I usually get frustrated when I have to precisely count ingredients for this reason, in this recipe, when we talk about “cup,” I mean a normal-sized coffee mug, like in the picture below.**_\n\n![best banana bread with chocolate chips](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fbest_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_ebd098f5af.jpg)\n\n\\- 3-4 ripe bananas (the more ripe they are, the sweeter)\n\n\\- ½ cup olive oil\n\n\\- ½ cup brown sugar (you can omit or reduce the quantity)\n\n\\- 2 large eggs\n\n\\- 2 cups all-purpose flour (you may need a tad more; add at the end if needed)\n\n\\- 1 teaspoon baking soda\n\n\\- ½ teaspoon baking powder\n\n\\- ½ teaspoon salt\n\n\\- 2 ½ tablespoons milk (I use whole, but any other type of milk works fine!)\n\n\\- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract\n\n\\- 1 cup of dark chocolate chips\n\nHow to make the best banana bread\n---------------------------------\n\nThis is the easy part. This recipe, apart from delicious, it’s so easy to make that you won’t need more than 10 minutes to mix the ingredients and put the cake in the oven.\n\n![best banana bread with chocolate chips](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fbest_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_27dd828f76.jpg)\n\n\\- Preheat the oven to 356 degrees F (180 degrees C)\n\n\\- In a big bowl, mash the bananas with a fork so that you have a nice consistency. We don’t need it wholly mashed; it’s very ok if we have some little pieces of the banana. \n\n\\- Mix all the ingredients with a spatula until you have a smooth batter. This is the time to add or not more flour. You want the batter to be smooth but not too watery. \n\n\\- Spray olive oil and flour to your preferred pan and pour the batter. \n\n\\- Cover the pan with aluminum foil, and bake for 30 minutes.\n\n\\- Remove the foil and bake for 30 minutes more.\n\n\\- Remove from the oven, cover the pan with a towel and let it sit for at least half hour. \n\n_Enjoy your perfect banana bread! It’s the perfect breakfast if you accompany your slice with berries or a fulfilling snack!_\n\n\n### _The original recipe can be found_ [_here_](https:\u002F\u002Fcookpad.com\u002Fgr\u002Fsintages\u002F3089190-amerikaniko-keik-mpanana?ref=search&search_term=αμερικάνικο+κέικ)_, but it’s in Greek for whoever is interested!_","the-only-banana-bread-recipe-you-need","banana bread, gf banana bread recipe, best banana bread recipe with chocolate chips, healthy banana bread","The most moist, soft, smooth, and delicious banana bread you will ever taste. On the plus the easiest recipe.",{"id":338,"name":339,"alternativeText":340,"caption":340,"width":53,"height":54,"formats":341,"hash":366,"ext":57,"mime":60,"size":367,"url":368,"previewUrl":62,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":62,"createdAt":369,"updatedAt":369},798,"best banana bread with chocolate chips.jpg","best banana bread with chocolate chips",{"large":342,"small":348,"medium":354,"thumbnail":360},{"ext":57,"url":343,"hash":344,"mime":60,"name":345,"path":62,"size":346,"width":64,"height":65,"sizeInBytes":347},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Flarge_best_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b.jpg","large_best_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b","large_best banana bread with chocolate chips.jpg",139.37,139369,{"ext":57,"url":349,"hash":350,"mime":60,"name":351,"path":62,"size":352,"width":72,"height":73,"sizeInBytes":353},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fsmall_best_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b.jpg","small_best_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b","small_best banana bread with chocolate chips.jpg",40.95,40947,{"ext":57,"url":355,"hash":356,"mime":60,"name":357,"path":62,"size":358,"width":80,"height":81,"sizeInBytes":359},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fmedium_best_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b.jpg","medium_best_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b","medium_best banana bread with chocolate chips.jpg",83.49,83488,{"ext":57,"url":361,"hash":362,"mime":60,"name":363,"path":62,"size":364,"width":88,"height":89,"sizeInBytes":365},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_best_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b.jpg","thumbnail_best_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b","thumbnail_best banana bread with chocolate chips.jpg",12.04,12038,"best_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b",197.1,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fbest_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b.jpg","2024-12-29T23:24:35.532Z",{"id":30,"name":31,"slug":32,"createdAt":249,"updatedAt":250,"publishedAt":251},{"id":6,"name":372,"slug":373,"instagram":374,"facebook":375,"bio":376,"createdAt":377,"updatedAt":378,"publishedAt":379,"linkedIn":380,"avatar":381},"Dimitra","dimitra","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.instagram.com\u002Fdimdimi\u002F","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.facebook.com\u002Fdimitra.lioliou.9","She worked in corporate, then embraced the freelancer dream and built two businesses. In the meantime, she learned five foreign languages, picked up a Master's in Digital Marketing, and somehow ended up deep in the world of AI Risk Strategy — because understanding people was always the strategy anyway.\nNow she spends her time between Greece and the US, meeting with clients, writing about whatever life brings, and helping businesses figure out what AI gets wrong before it costs them.\nJust a suggestion: don't ask her about languages. She will never stop talking.","2020-12-24T18:56:38.909Z","2026-02-19T19:46:02.745Z","2020-12-24T18:56:43.888Z","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.linkedin.com\u002Fin\u002Fdimitra-lioliou\u002F",{"id":382,"name":383,"alternativeText":384,"caption":385,"width":111,"height":111,"formats":386,"hash":393,"ext":193,"mime":196,"size":394,"url":395,"previewUrl":62,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":62,"createdAt":396,"updatedAt":396},1244,"Dimitra Lioliou.png","dimitra lioliou profile pic","dimitra lioliou the working gal",{"thumbnail":387},{"ext":193,"url":388,"hash":389,"mime":196,"name":390,"path":62,"size":391,"width":120,"height":120,"sizeInBytes":392},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_Dimitra_Lioliou_4c495e8044.png","thumbnail_Dimitra_Lioliou_4c495e8044","thumbnail_Dimitra Lioliou.png",47.83,47833,"Dimitra_Lioliou_4c495e8044",34.56,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002FDimitra_Lioliou_4c495e8044.png","2025-04-09T22:06:21.464Z","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002Fbest_banana_bread_with_chocolate_chips_989312ab7b.jpg",{"id":399,"title":400,"createdAt":401,"updatedAt":402,"publishedAt":403,"content":404,"slug":405,"coffees":14,"seo_title":400,"keywords":406,"seo_desc":407,"featuredImage":408,"category":441,"author":445,"img":449},226,"5 Books That Every Working Gal Should Read","2024-12-27T21:47:37.683Z","2025-10-20T18:05:12.311Z","2024-12-27T21:59:42.627Z","_This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase through our links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support our blog and allows us to continue creating content you resonate with! We always suggest things we’ve tried and already love!_\n\nScience has spoken: [reading](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.healthline.com\u002Fhealth\u002Fbenefits-of-reading-books) is good for you! While putting on your headphones and listening to an audiobook is very tempting, reading can have tremendous benefits for your mind and body. \n\nThere is always time to start a book, and you can find at least ten minutes every day to read some pages of the book on your coffee table. Even though we are in the digital age and video streaming is the norm, reading is never a waste of time. If you are more into technology, Kindle is the go-to tool for reading, and you can have all your favorite titles everywhere.\n\nBooks are the perfect way to take a mental break, broaden our horizons, and find inspiration for life, work, relationships, etc. Certain books can have a significant impact on our lives and can motivate us to achieve our goals and even settle issues that we thought were unresolved.\n\nAs far as our career is concerned, books can really be a powerful ally. Did you know that according to a study by the [British Sociological Association](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.britsoc.co.uk\u002F), individuals who read books at age 16 were significantly more likely to hold managerial or professional positions later in life? Also, other research indicates that reading habits are associated with higher earnings and greater career satisfaction. Well, that sounds very promising. \n\n![books every woman should read](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fbooks_every_woman_should_read_012b2eedda.jpg)\n\n\nIf you feel like [boosting your career this year](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fcareer-progress-2025-what-are-the-skills-you-need-to-develop), then it’s time you put in your reading wishlist the following books that our editors swear on! \n\n## 1. [Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead](https:\u002F\u002Famzn.to\u002F42SlPb3)\n_by Nell Scovell and Sheryl Sandberg_\n\nSheryl Sandberg, the Chief Operating Officer of Facebook, and Nell Scovell, a producer of many renowned TV Shows as well as an editor for Vanity Fair and Spy magazine, highlight in this book the significant [underrepresentation of women in leadership positions](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fwhy-women-are-underrepresented-in-leadership-positions) across various sectors. The writers explore internal and external barriers hindering women's career advancement, such as _unconscious bias, societal expectations, and lack of mentorship,_ while Sandberg encourages women to **\"lean in\"** –to actively pursue their ambitions, negotiate for themselves, and seek out opportunities for growth and leadership. The book sparked a significant conversation about gender equality in the workplace and how women balance work and life. It’s a substantial contribution to the ongoing discussion about women's leadership and gender equality, and it sure deserves a place in your (digital) library.\n\n## 2. [Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Compassion](https:\u002F\u002Famzn.to\u002F4qk6fip)\n_by Marshall Rosenberg_\n\nNonviolent Communication (NVC), developed by psychologist [Marshall Rosenberg](https:\u002F\u002Fen.wikipedia.org\u002Fwiki\u002FMarshall_Rosenberg), is a communication framework that emphasizes empathy and understanding to resolve conflict and build stronger relationships. Rosenberg suggests that behind every action or emotion lies an underlying human need. These needs are universal and include things like connection, autonomy, respect, and appreciation. NVC encourages us to observe behaviors objectively without judgment or blame. Instead of [labeling someone](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fput-a-label-on-it-how-etiquettes-can-define-our-perception-for-people) _\"selfish\"_ or _\"inconsiderate,\"_ we focus on specific actions. According to Rosenberg, NVC can help improve communication and resolve conflicts more effectively in personal and professional relationships and become more aware of our emotions, needs, and communication patterns. This book introduces us to NVC, which can be a **powerful tool** for building more compassionate and understanding relationships with ourselves and others, which is the cornerstone of personal and professional success.\n\n## 3. [The Mom Test: How to Talk to Customers and Learn If Your Business is a Good Idea when Everyone is Lying to You](https:\u002F\u002Famzn.to\u002F4oxntY1)\n_by Rob Fitzpatrick_\n\n![books every woman should read](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fbooks_every_woman_should_read_d997afd586.jpg)\n\nIf you are a Working Gal, you should definitely read this book since it provides a framework for conducting compelling customer interviews to **validate** your business idea. Fitzpatrick suggests key principles with which entrepreneurs can gain valuable insights into customer needs, pain points, and behaviors, which can help them refine their business ideas and increase their chances of success. The book also refers to honest feedback, aka the importance of getting honest feedback, even from loved ones who might be hesitant to provide critical input, as well as the importance of **asking questions** that can't be easily answered with polite lies, forcing customers to reveal their true thoughts and behaviors. However, the knowledge we gain from this book can be applied to both our professional and personal lives, guiding us toward a more honest communication framework.\n\n## 4. [Good Vibes, Good Life: How Self-Love Is the Key to Unlocking Your Greatness](https:\u002F\u002Famzn.to\u002F47xHeZL)\n_by Vex King_\n\nA self-help book, easy to read and digest, emphasizes the importance of self-love and guides us to creating a positive mindset for personal growth and happiness. The book's core message is that self-love is the foundation for a fulfilling life. King argues that by loving and accepting oneself, individuals can overcome self-doubt, build confidence, and attract positive experiences and also mentions the power of positive thinking and the law of attraction. The author suggests focusing on our desires, cultivating gratitude, and practicing mindfulness to manifest our goals and strategies for overcoming [negative thoughts and emotions](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fhow-to-control-your-negative-emotions), such as fear, anxiety, and self-sabotage. Also, he suggests identifying and challenging negative thought patterns and replacing them with positive affirmations. Good Vibes, Good Life is an upbeat guide to cultivating a positive mindset, developing self-love, and creating a life filled with joy and fulfillment. It encourages us to embrace our authentic selves, overcome challenges, and manifest our dreams.\n\n## [5. The Second Sex](https:\u002F\u002Famzn.to\u002F3JiExlv)\n_by Simone de Beauvoir_\n\nA groundbreaking book, relevant over the years and more relatable than ever. Simone de Beauvoir, an inspirational philosopher and anti-conformist, vehemently rejected traditional gender roles and societal expectations for women. She challenged the notion that women were naturally suited for domesticity and motherhood, arguing for their intellectual and professional equality.  In The Second Sex, she argues that women have been historically and systematically defined as _\"the Other\"_ in relation to men. This _\"Othering\"_ has resulted in women being marginalized, objectified, and denied full autonomy and equality. The book emphasizes individual freedom and responsibility and De Beauvoir argues that women must actively create their own purpose and overcome the limitations imposed on them by societal expectations. She also emphasizes the importance of **economic independence** for women's liberation. The book, since it was first published, has had a profound and lasting impact on feminist theory, social movements, and the struggle for [gender equality](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fmind-the-gap-the-fight-for-gender-equal-compensation) and provides us with an insightful analysis of women's experiences and a call to action for achieving true gender equality.","5-books-that-every-working-gal-should-read","books, book proposal, books for women, interesting books, best books for women, books about career","These are the books that every Working Gal should read at least once in their lives. 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