Globe Chamber of Commerce and Industry

  THE STRONG WOMAN STILL STRUGGLES The strong woman still struggles. Even those labeled “strong” experience deep and significant challenges, often behind closed doors. Strength is not the absence of hardship; it is the resilience to rise after falling. Yet these struggles can be isolating, as society frequently expects strong women to carry everything without complaint, support, or pause. Much of their pain is silent. Strong women often battle emotional wounds, heartbreak, trauma, and the weight of responsibility alone. They may cry in private while presenting calm confidence to the world, making their suffering largely invisible. At the same time, they face constant pressure to be everything—capable, dependable, and unshakable. Managing work, family, and crises without appearing overwhelmed can lead to exhaustion, anxiety, and burnout. Many strong women also struggle to ask for help. Past experiences may have taught them to rely only on themselves, or they may fear being seen as w...