Why does getting what you want sometimes feel so wrong? You finally speak up, advocate for yourself, and even win—but instead of feeling victorious, you’re hit with guilt, second-guessing, or a sudden urge to backtrack. What is up with that?
Well, in this episode, I’m sharing a real-life situation that left me wondering ...
- why asking for what I want feels so uncomfortable
- why getting what I want can feel so much worse than just going with the flow, and
- how this is all tangled up with people-pleasing, perfectionism, and a deep DEEP desire for certainty.
So if you’ve ever struggled to stand your ground, let’s talk about how to move forward with confidence—minus the emotional whiplash!
Links mentioned:
- The Sensitive & Strong Community Cafe:
https://CheriGregory.com/Cafe/ - Take the “Am I a Highly Sensitive Person?” Self-Quiz:
https://CheriGregory.com/hspquiz/
Episode Webpage:
https://CheriGregory.com/episode288
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