In this episode of The WIBS Podcast, Penny and Natasha unpack the idea of overcompensating — how women, especially in the workplace, often take on more than they should just to be seen as “nice,” “competent,” or “likable.”
From planning office birthday parties and taking notes in meetings, to faking orgasms (yep, we went there) just to protect someone else’s ego, we explore the many ways women are taught to shrink themselves — and the emotional toll it takes.
We also talk about:
- The invisible labor women carry at work (hello, “office housework”)
- Why women soften their language to avoid being “too much”
- How overcompensating leads to burnout and identity loss
- Personal stories where we said yes to too much (and what we learned)
- Why being “the good girl” isn’t always good for you
This is your sign to stop using your time as currency for likability
Because being helpful shouldn’t cost you your sanity.
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