Are you constantly filtering yourself, worried about what others might think? In this powerful episode, Dara Tomasson addresses the common struggle of dimming your light to make others comfortable.
Key Points:
Why we learned to prioritize others' opinions
The myth of "hurting others' feelings"
How self-sabotage protects us from shining
Understanding emotional adulthood
Featured Tool: The Balance Scale Exercise Learn how to:
Identify your positive achievements
Recognize self-sabotaging behaviors
Understand your "happiness set point"
Break free from people-pleasing patterns
Client Example:
Successful quilter holding back from sharing: • Finished projects • Travel adventures • Weight loss journey All due to fear of making others feel bad
Important Truth: You cannot control how others feel. Their reactions are based on their thoughts, not your actions.
March 2025 Theme: Overcoming Overwhelm April 2025 Theme: Building Resilience & Conflict Resolution
Ready to stop dimming your light? Book a free 25-minute coaching session with Dara.
Remember: What you think about yourself matters more than what others think about you.
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