Hey Reader, One of the most common questions I get: "How do I advocate for myself without feeling selfish?" The answer is simpler (and easier) than you'd expect. Here’s how to get what you want without pressure, guilt, or a power struggle: #1. Start by making them feel heard. People resist when they feel dismissed. So before you pitch your idea, affirm them first. For example, "I can see how you came to that idea." You don't have to agree with their thoughts to acknowledge them. Making them...

Hey Reader, Have you ever left a conversation feeling more confused than when it started? You replay what was said. You question your memory and start wondering if maybe you’re the problem. That's what gaslighting feels like. In this week’s podcast episode, I break down the 3 signs you’re being gaslit and how to stop it immediately. Here's what you’ll learn in today's episode: Your internal red flags that signal something is off The grounding phrase I use to stay anchored in reality How to...

Hey Reader, Last week, someone emailed me because a coworker talked down to her in front of the entire team. She didn't know what to say in the moment, so she just froze. And now she keeps replaying it, thinking of what she should've said. I told her the same thing I'm going to tell you. Here's exactly what to do when someone talks down to you: #1. Flip the dynamic When someone is talking down to you, instead of staying in this inferior position, say that whatever they just told you is...