Is there a rise in public attacks against women? If so, what’s the best defense against a bully? Whether in ‪#‎politics‬, the workplace, or life in general, the best defense is to not act like a victim.

Bullies single out those who lack assertiveness, or are unprepared for counter-attack. Grown-up bullies wreak havoc in their relationships and in the workplace says Psychology Today.

My science-based research shows that when placed under great stress, the female brain turns on. Under stress, the female brain is able to break through social conditioning to access natural leadership skills.

These natural leadership skills include diplomacy, the engagement of social networks, and an ability to use deep listening to help understand and defuse conflict.