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Another way to keep your "woman" skills sharp is to keep your finger on the pulse of what’s happening outside your home. When your friends stop by for chats or play dates, let the kids stew over Blue and her clues. You on the other hand should be talking about what’s going on in the world around you. Not the neighborhood around you -- The World! There are major events brewing all day long. This is an election year for Pete’s sake! Gas prices are at an all time high.

Developing skills other than cooking and housework will keep you fresh and interesting. This is not only about making money, but about developing a skill that makes you an expert at something as well. So maybe you consider re-developing a skill that you’ve long forgotten or picking up something that you been interested in but never gave a chance. Perhaps this skill will be exactly what you need to impress a future boss in an interview or start your own business in a few years. The point here is to make sure that you remember that you were smart, capable and talented before you were married and had children. Make sure you stay that way after.

A broad worldview, a sense of workplace style and the ability to hold a conversation amongst other career minded adults is important. You may not be considering returning to the work force right now, but keeping your “woman” skills sharp will serve you well when and if you do.