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How to Set Boundaries at Work Without Feeling Guilty

How to Set Boundaries at Work Without Feeling Guilty

Struggling to set boundaries at work without feeling guilty? You’re not alone! Many ambitious women say yes too often, leading to burnout and overwhelm. But here’s the truth—boundaries don’t make you difficult, they make you respected. In this post, I’ll show you how to set clear, confident boundaries at work (without the guilt) so you can reclaim your time, energy, and leadership power. Ready to make work work for you? Let’s dive in!

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3 Myths About Boundaries That Keep People Pleasers Stuck

3 Myths About Boundaries That Keep People Pleasers Stuck

Struggling to set boundaries? You’re not alone. For people pleasers, boundaries often feel impossible—they require saying 'no' and standing firm, which can bring up fears of upsetting others or being seen as selfish. In this post, we tackle three common myths about boundaries that keep people pleasers stuck and share practical ways to rewrite those narratives. It’s time to start honoring your needs without guilt.

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The Pendulum of Personal Change

The Pendulum of Personal Change

Breaking free from people-pleasing often feels like swinging between extremes—saying yes to everything or no to everyone. In this post, I explore the concept of the pendulum, sharing actionable steps like checking in with yourself, giving yourself permission, letting go of perfection, and embracing the process of progress over perfection. Learn how to navigate personal change and prioritize yourself without guilt.

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Why Do We People-Please? Digging Deeper Into the “Why”

Why Do We People-Please? Digging Deeper Into the “Why”

People-pleasing doesn’t come from nowhere—it’s shaped by our experiences, culture, and even survival instincts. In this post, I dive into the deeper reasons why we say “yes” when we mean “no” and explore how understanding these patterns can help us break free.

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Breaking Free from People-Pleasing: My Journey to Becoming Authentically Me

Breaking Free from People-Pleasing: My Journey to Becoming Authentically Me

For years, I let people-pleasing shape my choices—staying quiet when I wanted to speak up, shelving my dreams to keep the peace, and constantly putting others’ needs before my own. It wasn’t until I understood why I was doing it that I could finally start to break the cycle and reconnect with what I truly wanted.

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