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Fallin speaks at chamber breakfast

Courtney Bryce
Special to The Sun

EDMOND — Research has shown that men are happier than women for a variety of reasons, said Congresswoman Mary Fallin as she spoke about empowering women during the Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Network Breakfast.

“Women have come so far in society,” Fallin said Thursday morning. “We can do anything we want.”

She said women now can own their own companies and invest their own money. Census data shows there is a new gender gap in education. Between 2005 and 2012 it is expected there will be a 22 percent increase in women receiving degrees but only a 10 percent increase for men. Census data from 2006 showed there were just as many women with college degrees as there were men.

“I have discovered that there is nothing that is a challenge to us that hasn’t occurred before,” Fallin said.

It is challenging for a woman to balance a family and a career, she said.

“But we’re not the first,” she said. “When we think we have challenges just remember that God empowered Eve.”

Fallin said there are several ways for women to reach their highest potential and feel satisfied with the things they have accomplished. She said be persistent and don’t give up.

One of her favorite quotes is: “The way to success is a ladder, not an elevator.”

It also is important to keep communications open.

“Talk to people. Most problems occur because of a lack of communication. Be aware of your influence on others,” Fallin said.

Women have a habit of overcomplicating things, Fallin said. She encouraged women to simplify their lives because she has met many who can’t get anything done because they work on too many details.

“Most importantly, have faith in God,” Fallin said. “You have to have that central spiritual balance in your life.”

Kristen Figart, marketing assistant at Citizens Bank of Edmond, said Fallin’s tips on time management really spoke to her.

“I tend to overwhelm myself,” she said.

Rachelle Harak, customer relations for 4 Corners Custom Homes, said an empowered woman keeps things simple, is involved and cares about those she works with.

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