Hey Reader, I don't know if I'm the first to tell you this but… You don't have to attend every argument you're invited to. Someone wants to argue? They’re handing you an invite. And you get to decide if you’re going. Get in the habit of declining with no regret.Here’s how to do it: #1. Decide if it’s worth it. Ask yourself, "Is this invitation going to teach me or cheat me of my time and energy?" #2. Shut it down. Say, "I'm not going there." You don't owe them more explanation than that. #3....

Hey Reader, Manipulation often shows up quietly. You start second-guessing yourself. You apologize all the time, even when you didn’t do anything wrong. You feel yourself pulling back, but you can’t quite explain why. That’s not you being too sensitive. That’s a signal. Here are 3 signs someone is trying to manipulate you:#1. There’s a power dynamic. There’s something about you they want—your intelligence, your looks, your job, your reputation. They’re drawn to your strength. And they want to...

Hey Reader, Let’s talk about the silent treatment. Not taking a moment to cool off. I’m talking about the power play—the emotional shutdown that implies, “You’ll come to me.” I don’t like it. And you shouldn’t either. Because silence isn’t communication. It’s control. In this week’s podcast episode, I’m giving you a practical way to handle the silent treatment without chasing, begging, or losing your peace. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why silence isn’t a strategy How to call out the behavior...