June 26, 2006Pippi Pangea and the I Said it Strong Award
The I Said it Strong Award acknowledges those who speak out in challenging situations in a way that is clear, kind and direct. The conversation does not need to be earth-shattering or life-changing. It simply needs to be a conversation where the speaker chose to seek clarity when it seemed safer and easier to stay silent.
The I Said it Strong Award is a cute 7” giraffe called Pippi Pangea. The giraffe represents rising above the noise and “Talking the High Road.” Her first name, Pippi, comes from Pippi Longstocking, the strongest girl in the whole world. Pippi is fearless, generous and always speaks up when something needs to be said.
Pippi’s last name is Pangea, which means “when everything comes together.” Powerful communication occurs when all elements of a message come together into the perfect words. Powerful communication involves a blending of the personal message – thoughts, feelings and desire – with the impersonal message that is available when one steps back and looks at the situation without considering personal involvement.
Wording and presentation does not have to be perfect to merit an I Said it Strong Award. It does not need to result in perfect resolution. If the submitter stretched outside of his or her comfort zone and spoke with the intent of creating clarity, they qualify for the award.
Stories that are submitted may be published in the weekly newsletter A PowerPhrase a Week to provide inspiration to others to speak up in their own lives.
We at SpeakStrong Inc. value powerful communication and would be delighted to present you or someone who Spoke Strong to you with an I Said it Strong Award. Send your stories to MerylRunion@speakstrong.com.
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