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The "Bossy" Debate

There has been a lot of chatter recently concerning using the word "bossy" when describing a young girl's behavior. The specific quote being talked about comes from Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg,“I want every little girl who’s told she’s bossy to be told instead that she has leadership skills.”

I am a mother to three girls and have spent numerous years mentoring girls in both church and secular environments and I have thought long and hard about this quote and the overall discussion surrounding it. I feel Sheryl's message definitely has merit, but that it really needs follow- up.

Eradicating the word bossy from our lexicon doesn't mean that we will instantly foster a society with an amazing amount of girl leaders. This just isn't possible with that type of effort. Furthermore, I have seen young girls order or "boss" other girls around with the intent to hurt and ridicule. This kind of beahvior is not one that should ever be heralded or excused.

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