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March 10, 2025 20 mins

Have you ever left a conversation wishing you'd spoken up? Or found yourself over-explaining and then feeling guilty afterward? If the fear of expressing yourself has left you silent or overwhelmed, you're not alone, I've been there too. In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How to differentiate between wanting to be right and wanting to be heard in your interactions.
  • Why speaking up is a learnable skill and how you can start building this muscle gradually.
  • Powerful go-to phrases you can use immediately to express yourself confidently without guilt or the need to explain.


Download a PDF of the Go-To Phrases: https://www.masteringmidlifewithheidi.com/speakup-guide

If you'd like to know more about what coaching with me looks like, please email me at  Heidi@masteringmidlifewithheidi.com or schedule a Clarity Call: https://calendly.com/heidi-gustafson.

Get on my email list by downloading my FREE guide: 20 Ways To Say "No" Without Guilt: https://www.masteringmidlifewithheidi.com/join-the-community

This episode was produced by The Podcast Teacher: http://www.thepodcastteacher.com.

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