So often we find ourselves frustrated at work, in teams, in family, or in friendships, because someone else isn’t showing up the way we think they should. We get stuck waiting for them to act, to decide, and to fix things. And in that waiting, we surrender the control that’s always been ours.
In this episode, Monique dives deep into the concept of reclaiming your agency, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming personal power in various aspects of life, including relationships and workplace dynamics. Whether it’s navigating constant urgent requests at work, negotiating expectations with a team, or stepping back from relationships that no longer align with your values, this episode is a reminder that you always have a choice, and real change comes when you take action.
(01:16) - Understanding “Agency”: The Power of Choice
(02:18) - Waiting for Others to Change (And Why That Fails)
(03:13) - Identifying and Addressing Agency in Group Dynamics
(05:43) - Protecting Your Energy and Structuring Your Time
(06:29) - Negotiation as a Leadership Tool
(07:17) - Resentment as a Signal You’ve Lost Control
(09:00) - When Values Are Fundamentally Misaligned
(10:32) - Taking Action: Your Right to Change
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