How to Stop Saying “Sorry” Before Asking Questions or Making Requests

Do you ever hear yourself say, “Sorry, quick question…” or “Sorry to bother you, but…” before you ask for what you need? Maybe you know you apologize too

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How to Stay Consistent With Goals (Without Burning Out or Freezing Up)

Wondering how to stay consistent with goals?  If you’ve ever set a goal you genuinely care about and still struggled to follow through, you’re not alone. It can

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“Little t” Trauma: What It Is and How It Can Impact Your Confidence

I’m guessing you’ve heard of trauma, and maybe you can even think of some examples. Have you heard of “little t” trauma, though? It’s something that affects tons

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High Standards vs. Perfectionism: How to Tell the Difference (and What to Do Instead)

A lot of people with perfectionistic patterns genuinely believe they simply have high standards (I know I used to). Sometimes, they’re right. However, when you look more closely,

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Over-Apologizing Isn’t Politeness – It’s Protection

If you find yourself over-apologizing for everything, you’re not alone. You might apologize when you: Ask a question Take up space Make a reasonable request Maybe you even

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Boundaries, Discomfort, and Self-Trust: Why You Keep Saying Yes When You Want to Say No

You can know you need boundaries, but you still struggle to hold them. You can even be clear on what you want to say, and still find yourself

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The Reassurance Trap: Why You Keep Asking People To Validate Your Decisions

You’re smart and capable, but you still find yourself seeking reassurance before you make decisions, even minor ones. Maybe you call it being responsible, getting input, or “just

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The Self-Leadership Reset: Renew and Refocus Any Time

What comes to mind when you hear the phrase, “self-leadership reset?” “Reset” can sound like starting over from scratch. You imagine wiping the slate clean, reinventing your routines,

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Resilient Foundations: Grow Your Present Capacity Without Rehashing the Past

You might move through your day mostly fine, feeling like you have plenty of capacity to take on the day. Then, you suddenly feel like your reactions are

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Values-Aligned Self-Leadership in High-Demand Seasons

Some seasons of life feel like everything is demanding your time, energy, and attention at once. Work deadlines stack up. Family needs keep multiplying. Your phone feels like

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