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Five ways humility is holding you back

It is seen as a feminine trait to be unassertive and agreeable at all times (Shutterstock)

While humility is widely seen as a virtue everyone should have, a disproportionate amount of emphasis is placed on women to be humble.

It is seen as a feminine trait to be unassertive and agreeable at all times and, because this is taught from a young age, many women assume this role on various occasions to their detriment:

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