For years, educators have researched the obstacles that gifted girls and young women have faced. Now we must focus on creating paths of female success through a psychology of strength and courage. Based on a study of highly intelligent girls and on the work of psychologists like William Damon, Michael Schulman, and Jonathan Haidt, this session presents key elements of gifted girls' healthy development. Through the girls' stories of self-discovery, participants will learn about the journey as well as the conclusions. The presenter will discuss with the attendees a framework of activities to prepare gifted girls for growing up.