When someone at work seems to have a problem with you, it can be difficult to know how to process it. You may find yourself overthinking their behavior, searching for an explanation, or wondering if you somehow caused the tension.

And when you’ve experienced rejection throughout your life, workplace opposition can hit differently. It can bring up insecurity, self-doubt, and the urge to figure out what you did wrong.

But what if you could approach these uncomfortable situations in a new healthier way?

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 biblical, confidence-boosting methods for dealing with someone at work who seems to have something against you. We’ll talk about how to process opposition without automatically making it about you, how to maintain your confidence when someone isn’t treating you warmly, and how your faith can change the way you respond.

If you’re tired of letting someone else’s behavior take up space in your mind, this episode will give you a different way to look at workplace rejection and opposition.

After the episode, let’s chat!

You might want to sit with the content for a little reflection time. So if you’d like an overview of this topic with the featured scriptures and action items, go to http://www.riseandshinebright.com and you’ll find it all there. Here’s the direct link! https://riseandshinebright.com/oppositionatwork_3_methods/ 

That’s also where I hang out! So share your thoughts in the comments on the site and I’ll reply! 

I read all of the comments and would love your take on what you found helpful in this episode. Just go here: https://riseandshinebright.com/oppositionatwork_3_methods/

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If you have a question for me or want me to address a challenge that you’re facing at work? Email me at [email protected]

Are you people pleasing at work because you’re afraid of rejection, conflict, disappointing others, or not being liked?

People pleasing can show up in subtle ways in the neurodiverse experience—taking on too much work, overthinking conversations, constantly apologizing, or agreeing just to keep the peace. While these behaviors may feel like they’re protecting you from rejection, they can actually chip away at your confidence and leave you overwhelmed, burned out, and disconnected from your authentic self.

In this episode of Overcome Rejection at Work, we’ll look at five common ways people pleasing can show up in the workplace, including ADHD signs like RSD (Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria) and OCD behaviors like compulsions, and practical ways to break the cycle and build confidence. We’ll also look at what Scripture teaches us about this topic, so let’s dive in!

When you’re taking on too much work:

When you’re volunteering too much:

When you want to revisit a conversation:

When you’re apologizing unnecessarily:

When you’re agreeing to avoid conflict:

And when you find yourself caught in any of these people-pleasing habits, remember this question: Who am I truly working for?

Colossians 3:23–24

Have a question for me or want me to address a challenge that you’re facing at work? Email me at [email protected]

Tired of working twice as hard at work, afraid someone may think you’re not as capable as they thought?

Have you ever accomplished something you’re proud of only to downplay it, wondering if you can really do it again?

Want to stop second guessing what you want to say in meetings because you don’t want anyone to think you don't belong in the room? 

Are you ready to feel firm and secure in your role?

If any of this hits, you may have experienced imposter syndrome at your workplace, and you are heard, understood and relatable! In this episode, we explore a biblical approach to attack the fear of being exposed as a fraud at work, like a mighty warrior!  

Discover the A-D-G approach to move beyond the insecurity of imposter syndrome so you can have a better thought-life at work, with a greater sense of security about being the right fit where God placed you. Now let's dive in!

Have a question for me or want me to address a challenge that you’re facing at work? Email me at [email protected]

In this episode, Yardley is joined by Leia Morshedi, an ADHD & Executive Function Coach, for a conversation about the connection between Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, workplace insecurity, productivity, and self-trust.

Drawing from her lived experience with ADHD, research, and client coaching, Leia challenges some of the assumptions that can cause neurodivergent professionals to question their abilities. What if work challenges didn’t have to do with flaws but actually a brain that works differently?

We explore:

Leia brings a psychology-, lived-experience-, and coaching-based perspective to the conversation, complementing the faith-based perspective we normally explore on Overcome Rejection at Work.

If you’ve spent years wondering, “Why is work so much harder for me than it seems to be for everyone else?” this conversation may help you see yourself—and your potential—differently.

You may not need to become a different kind of worker. You may need to discover what helps your brain thrive.

Contact ADHD & Executive Function Coach, Leia Morshedi:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/leiamorshedi

Website: Neuroinclusivealliances.com

Have you ever walked away from a conversation at work wondering if you just ruined a relationship?

Do you replay awkward interactions over and over, analyzing every word and facial expression?

Are you exhausted by the negative self-talk that follows, convinced you said or did something wrong?

Do you wish you could stop overthinking social interactions and move forward with confidence instead of insecurity?

In today's episode, we'll explore why awkward moments happen in conversations—especially if you're neurodivergent—and how to process them without letting them bring you down. You'll learn how to see the situation with more compassionate eyes versus what your brain may anxiously be telling you, take ownership when it's appropriate, fix potential damage—especially internally, and quiet the rumination that steals your confidence. You'll have practical steps to leave behind workplace insecurity and grow in self-compassion, acceptance, confidence, and freedom.

Do you feel inadequate at work because you’re experiencing some challenges? 

Do you constantly wonder if you're good enough at your job?

Have you ever questioned whether you really deserve the position you have?

Want to feel like you belong and are capable of thriving where God placed you?

If any of this lands for you, in this episode, we'll uncover a few ways to approach this common insecurity struggle that many neurodivergent women face about feeling inadequate at work, to stop letting workplace insecurity define us—which includes a confidence boosting practical when there is an actual opportunity for improvement. Bottom line is, you are enough(!), let's dive in!

Have a question for me or want me to address a challenge that you’re facing at work? Email me at [email protected]

Tired of feeling like everyone else is doing better than you at work?

Ever thought, “what is wrong with me that I can’t seem to do things so easily like she does?”

You do great work, yet somehow you still feel like you're not measuring up.

Want to learn how to stop comparing yourself to others and start feeling personally content from within? 

In this episode, we’re talking about the truth about the confidence killer of comparison and how to handle it and ultimately overcome it.. 

Have a question for me or want me to address a challenge that you’re facing at work? Email me at [email protected]

Are you tired of feeling stumped while prioritizing the workday?

Do you want real ways to prioritize your work according to how your brain works?

Do you want to end your workday confidently, no matter how much got done?

If you have ADHD, AuDHD, or another neurodivergent brain, figuring out what to work on first can feel surprisingly difficult. You may start the day already feeling behind, spend too much time trying to decide what to tackle, and then end the day frustrated that your to-do list still isn't finished.

And when you compare yourself to coworkers who seem to be getting everything done, ADHD signs, it can quickly turn into workplace insecurity, self-doubt, and feeling like you're not productive enough.

In this episode, we're looking at a kinder way to prioritize your workday—one that considers your brain, your energy, your need for rest, and your faith.

You'll learn how to:

Have a question for me or want me to address a challenge that you’re facing at work? Email me at [email protected]

In this episode, we're looking at what the Bible says about weakness and how God's perspective can change the way you see your neurodivergent struggles. You'll be encouraged to see your weaknesses through the lens of God's grace, strength, and power—and discover how they can deepen your confidence in Jesus.

If you've ever struggled with workplace insecurity, self-doubt, or feeling like you don't measure up because of your neurodivergence, this episode will remind you that your struggles don't determine your worth, but rather have purpose!

After the episode, let’s chat!

You might want to sit with the content for a little reflection time. So if you’d like an overview of this topic with the featured scriptures and action items, go to http://www.riseandshinebright.com and you’ll find it all there.

Here’s the direct link! https://riseandshinebright.com/neurodivergent-women-weaknesses-confidence/ 

That’s also where I hang out! So share your thoughts in the comments on the site and I’ll reply! 

I read all of the comments and would love your take on what you found helpful in this episode. Just go here: https://riseandshinebright.com/neurodivergent-women-weaknesses-confidence/ 

Want to contact me?

If you have a question for me or want me to address a challenge that you’re facing at work? Email me at [email protected]

Do you think someone may be hindering your progress at work?

Tired of feeling like the odds are stacked against you?

Want to stop feeling like others have power over your destiny?

If you’re a neurodiverse woman who has experienced rejection or RSD at work, it can be easy to believe that someone else has the power to determine your success. In this episode, we look at Moses and what happened when someone powerful—Pharaoh—stood in the way of the goal God gave him.

Discover 3 confidence-building lessons for facing workplace opposition without allowing insecurity, rejection, or rumination to take over. Learn how faith can help you move from feeling helpless and stuck to hopeful and active, recognize the strengths God has already placed in you, and trust Him when you can’t control the obstacle.

Have a question for me or want me to address a challenge that you’re facing at work? Email me at [email protected]