Does a positive attitude take away the pain and fear in life? No, a positive attitude is what gives us resilience in life, helps us cope and bounce back from the trauma, fear and pain we may experience.

Remember it’s not what you say it’s how you say it. Remember it’s never too late to learn to be a more effective and active listener in every situation we experience.

To feel motivated and not feel motivated it is a choice to be curious and aware of your emotions and what motivates and de-motivates you at home, in your relationships with family, friends and the workplace.

Our scars remind us where we have been but they do not have to define our future success and happiness. Speaking up is part of taking back your power and by sharing our stories, we are keeping the conversation going about sexual violence in the NHL and including all workplaces.