Recently I’ve caught some flack from people around me because of my ambition, competitiveness, tenacity and drive.

For some reason it seems to be much more acceptable for MEN to be super driven and competitive than WOMEN.

Hehe…yes I have a weird sense of humor. We’ve established that! 😉

Usually women who are competitive and driven are called “pushy,” “bossy,” and even “bitchy.” (Sorry for the crude language!)

But it’s true. Drive and ambition aren’t necessarily seen as positive things in women.

My question is, “WHY!?!”

Why shouldn’t I want to take advantage of any opportunity I can to better myself?

Why shouldn’t I want to succeed?

Why is it that when I go after what I want with all my heart that I get condemned and told to not be so pushy?

I’m sorry but I REFUSE to apologize for my AMBITION, COMPETITIVENESS, TENACITY OR DRIVE!

If I want something, I’m going to go after it. I’m going to work hard and EARN IT.

Call me pushy, bossy or a bitch. It would deter me. And I hope all of you out there are the same way.

Has anyone else ever been condemned because of their ambition, competitiveness, tenacity or drive?

Oh and if you ever need to work out any frustration because someone puts you down because of your ambition, try this workout! 🙂

Strength:

Bench 3×10

Auxiliary Lifts:

Pull up/Burpee Pyramid

Pull ups 1-10-1 paired with Burpees 2-20-2

P.S. Man Bicep Mom – Happy Mother’s Day! I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again…YOU ARE AMAZING AND MY ROLE MODEL! Love you!