People Pleasing Makes you Invisible Overcoming the habit of people pleasing may seem like an easy fix, but often we do it because deep down, we have a fear. And fears are hard to overcome. Perhaps it’s a fear of being judged, a fear of losing a job or client, or a fear of losing a relationship. […]
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Have you ever had someone change your entire perspective with just 1 word? I have.
Let me tell you a story.
I’ll never forget my very first meeting with my therapist, Angie, over 6+ ago. I was giving her the background of my life, crying about being broken.
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Do you feel like people know the true you?
If your answer is no, know that you’re not alone. Many people feel that their friends, family, and co-workers don’t know them well or at all.
By many people, I mean 2 out of 3 of working adults say that they are lonely. If they feel lonely, they probably don’t have many people in their life that know their true personality.
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Are you feeling stressed about the holidays? This seems to be a common topic lately. Today I’m sharing a few tips (and a workshop) to help you manage that stress and bring in more joy to your holidays. The first tools shared here are about creating better connection and conversations with family and friends, especially when you don’t
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Many people are scared of being vulnerable with others. It can be terrifying to show your true self. There’s so much fear of being judged, being a burden, looking silly, or getting rejected. If this is how you feel, too, it’s understandable.
My own fears kept me from opening up to friends about how I felt or even what hobbies I enjoyed. Many of you know that I was scared to tell anyone that I am a Reiki healer and clairvoyant for years. It felt like a secret that only a select few in my circle knew about me, and even then, I barely spoke about it.
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In this story, you’ll hear about my friend “Jane” and her obstacles with health issues and loneliness. I’ll also share 3 things she did to build better connection with friends; these are tips you can use in your life as well.
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As humans, we are hardwired for connection. We all want people that we can do life together with and feel supported when things get challenging.
61% of U.S. adults say having close friends is extremely or very important for people to live a fulfilling life, according to this article.
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ou’ve probably realized that it is difficult to meet friends at random. So, if you really want to find the good ones, you need to get intentional. Take charge of your life and put yourself in places where these kinds of people might hang out. Check out the list below for inspiration.
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You may desire to have good friends in your life, but have you ever thought about what that really means? What does it look like to have a good, true friend?
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Let’s talk about how to identify if a friendship is right for you.
Sometimes the truth is scary, and you may think you don’t want to know if you are hanging out with the wrong friends. But what if I told you that…
….by holding on to friends that aren’t a good fit, these relationships can sometimes be detrimental to your confidence, mental health, and even keep you from finding true happiness?
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Have you ever hidden parts of yourself from your friends? Things like your hobbies, your interests, your opinions?
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Here’s a quick story about how an unlikely friends group developed out of a book club, and tips to find your own supportive community like this.
What comes to your mind when you think about book clubs?
Typically, I think of them as an okay way to meet people, but also pretty low-bar. Like, how can you really know someone well by reading a book with them?
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What is something that weighs on you? Have you found any solace in doing things different in the future?
Today I will tell you a story about the loss of a friend and how the guilt and regret from it became a pivotal learning lesson.
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Make a good friend at work, leave job, lose friend.
There’s a simple explanation for why this happens, but we don’t always realize it in the moment. Sometimes this loss hurts a lot, but understanding why can help you move through and find new friends that will stand the test of time.
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There are many reasons why people might become friends, but actually keeping a friend requires more than just proclaiming it. The qualities that I’ve come to recognize in long-lasting friendships are this Friendship Stickiness Checkist
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Have you ever felt like it is more difficult to have regular conversations if you spend a lot of time alone?
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This week, I attended a smaller group event. Despite having met/conversed with a few people in this group before, I still felt like an outsider. Conversations with most of them seemed difficult, and I felt like I was not welcome. I kept wondering if I smelled bad or if I had something in my teeth.
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Some things to keep in mind when you are networking and meeting new people for friendships and business. It isn’t always easy, but the payoff of being consistent is huge! Here is a pep talk for you.
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