Bonus Clip | Say Yes to Yourself and No to Expectations

In this special bonus episode, Dr. Nicole Taylor is back totalk about boundaries—not as a buzzword, but as a practice rooted in self-awareness, intention, and truth. From learning how to say no without guilt, to embracing your own version of success, this is a must-listen if you’ve ever felt the pressure to shrink yourself to fit in.

 

What we explore:

• Why boundaries are personal, dynamic, and sometimes uncomfortable
• How society, family, and work culture shape our default responses
• Saying yes to yourself—even when it’s unpopular
• Rejecting performative belonging and workplace “family” culture
• Reclaiming your agency, joy, and daily victories

Keywords

boundaries, self-worth, societal expectations, personalagency, success, happiness, work-life balance, self-definition, empowerment, personal growth

 

📌Episode Chapters/Timestamps

00:00  Redefining Boundaries and Personal Agency

04:10  Embracing Self-Care and Personal Choices

07:39  Navigating Societal Expectations and Personal Identity

13:37  Defining Success on Your Own Terms

18:45  Creating Inclusive Work Environments

21:41  The Importance of Accountability in Leadership

 

Quotes to remember:

•  “It’s easy for me to say yes to me. Probably too easy.”
• “Saying no to society’s expectations is one of the hardest things to do.”
• “Your happiness is on you—not your job.”
• “We become so inclusive that we become exclusive.”
• “My best looks different every day. Sometimes twice in the same day.”

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