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May 22
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262. Why Being Easygoing Doesn't Make Yo...

Amanda Hess: Certified Life Coach For Neurodivergent Women
About this episode

"I feel guilty after speaking up for myself." "They probably think I'm a b*tch." "I should have said that nicer."

 

Do these thoughts sound familiar to you? The guilt you feel after stating what you want isn't random or your fault - it's systematic conditioning.

 

In this episode, I'm breaking down why we feel this pressure to be "easygoing," where the guilt comes from when we advocate for ourselves, and how to build emotional resilience. I'll show you why feeling bad about having needs doesn't mean you're doing something wrong - it means you're unlearning something harmful. The path to genuine happiness isn't through being more accommodating; it's through authentic self-expression and the willingness to take up space.

 

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