Ignoring a Resentment isn't Virtuous -- It is Reckless.

Feeling resentful? You're not alone — and you're not broken.
In this episode of Worthy of Work, host Stephanie Rivard explores resentment not as a character flaw, but as a powerful emotional signal. Resentment is often our soul’s quiet protest — a sign that something isn’t working, that we’re overextended, unacknowledged, or staying silent when something inside us is screaming for change.

We’ve been told that continuing to serve, give, forgive, and absorb without limits is what love looks like. But here's the truth: Resentment isn't noble. It's reckless. And it can silently destroy the very relationships you’re trying to protect.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What resentment actually is — and why it’s normal

• How resentment shows up (think sarcasm, scorekeeping, simmering anger, avoidance)

• Why resentment builds when we say "yes" but wish we’d said "no"

• How to identify unspoken expectations and hidden emotional contracts

• A 4-step process to move from bitterness to better boundaries:

  1. Pause and acknowledge the resentment

  2. Explore the source (Where’s this coming from?)

  3. Own your part (Have you stayed silent or over-functioned?)

  4. Act with clarity — whether through a boundary, a hard conversation, or a renegotiation

👀 You’ll also hear a relatable example of a mother who resents being the default cook and caregiver — and how she can either stew in silence or speak up with care.

This episode is for you if you’ve ever thought:

• “I’m the only one carrying the emotional weight here.”

• “Why am I the one who always gives in?”

• “If I speak up, I’ll be seen as selfish, ungrateful, or dramatic.”

📢 Let’s debunk that. Resentment doesn’t mean you’re selfish. It means you’re due for a reset. It’s your inner wisdom nudging you toward honesty, boundaries, and healthier patterns — in work, family, love, and friendship.

💬 Ready to stop patching problems with silence? Start listening.
Then ask yourself: What conversation am I avoiding? What boundary needs to be set?

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