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Why "Sorry" Is Sabotaging Your Success as a High Achiever | Ep 80
Are you accidentally shrinking your power with one tiny word? 😳 “Sorry” might sound polite—but for high-achieving women, it’s become a silent saboteur. Behind every apology you didn’t need to make is a hit to your confidence, your credibility, and your ability to be taken seriously. In this firestarter episode, I reveal the shocking truth about over-apologizing and how it’s secretly wrecking your career, relationships, and self-worth. 💥
🎯 What you’ll discover:
In this game-changing episode, I reveal the shocking research about over-apologizing and give you practical strategies to break this anxiety-driven pattern once and for all. You'll finally understand why you can't stop saying sorry and what to do instead! ✨
📖 GRAB YOUR FREE GUIDE: Get "The Overthinker's Guide to Love" - discover the 5 biggest mistakes that lead to relationship anxiety: https://livebeyonddoubt.com/overthinkersguidetolove
🔍 The shocking research:
- Leaders who over-apologize are rated 25% LESS competent by their teams 😱
- Job candidates who say "sorry" unnecessarily are seen as less qualified 💼
- Over-apologizers get promoted less often than confident communicators 📈
💪 Your action plan:
Instead of "Sorry to bother you" → Try "Do you have a moment?"
Instead of "Sorry for asking" → Try "I'd appreciate your help with something"
Instead of "Sorry you had a bad day" → Try "That sounds really tough"
🎯 READY TO DIVE DEEPER? Join my FREE webinar "The First Step to Understanding Relationship OCD" on July 3rd and learn why you seek constant reassurance: https://livebeyonddoubt.com/webinar-registration-erin
💬 From overthinking to clarity in one download. Get my FREE “30 Scripts for Difficult Conversations” guide and stop wondering what to say in those make-or-break moments. Transform your communication now → https://bit.ly/30scriptsfree
Stop diminishing yourself with unnecessary apologies! You deserve to take up space, express your needs, and communicate with confidence. Your voice matters! 🌟
Try this for just ONE WEEK and watch how differently people respond to you. You've got this! 💪
#stopapologizing #confidence #relationshipanxiety #communication #selfworth #boundaries #overthinking #anxietyrelief #womenempowerment #relationshipOCD
➡️ Please rate the show: scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, & select "Write a Review" to let others know what you loved most about the podcast! ✍️ Thank you!!
Affiliate links may be included, supporting my content at no extra cost to you.
*This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
DISCLAIMER: https://bit.ly/3ycFiY4
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By Erin Davis
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Are you accidentally shrinking your power with one tiny word? 😳 “Sorry” might sound polite—but for high-achieving women, it’s become a silent saboteur. Behind every apology you didn’t need to make is a hit to your confidence, your credibility, and your ability to be taken seriously. In this firestarter episode, I reveal the shocking truth about over-apologizing and how it’s secretly wrecking your career, relationships, and self-worth. 💥
🎯 What you’ll discover:
In this game-changing episode, I reveal the shocking research about over-apologizing and give you practical strategies to break this anxiety-driven pattern once and for all. You'll finally understand why you can't stop saying sorry and what to do instead! ✨
📖 GRAB YOUR FREE GUIDE: Get "The Overthinker's Guide to Love" - discover the 5 biggest mistakes that lead to relationship anxiety: https://livebeyonddoubt.com/overthinkersguidetolove
🔍 The shocking research:
- Leaders who over-apologize are rated 25% LESS competent by their teams 😱
- Job candidates who say "sorry" unnecessarily are seen as less qualified 💼
- Over-apologizers get promoted less often than confident communicators 📈
💪 Your action plan:
Instead of "Sorry to bother you" → Try "Do you have a moment?"
Instead of "Sorry for asking" → Try "I'd appreciate your help with something"
Instead of "Sorry you had a bad day" → Try "That sounds really tough"
🎯 READY TO DIVE DEEPER? Join my FREE webinar "The First Step to Understanding Relationship OCD" on July 3rd and learn why you seek constant reassurance: https://livebeyonddoubt.com/webinar-registration-erin
💬 From overthinking to clarity in one download. Get my FREE “30 Scripts for Difficult Conversations” guide and stop wondering what to say in those make-or-break moments. Transform your communication now → https://bit.ly/30scriptsfree
Stop diminishing yourself with unnecessary apologies! You deserve to take up space, express your needs, and communicate with confidence. Your voice matters! 🌟
Try this for just ONE WEEK and watch how differently people respond to you. You've got this! 💪
#stopapologizing #confidence #relationshipanxiety #communication #selfworth #boundaries #overthinking #anxietyrelief #womenempowerment #relationshipOCD
➡️ Please rate the show: scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, & select "Write a Review" to let others know what you loved most about the podcast! ✍️ Thank you!!
Affiliate links may be included, supporting my content at no extra cost to you.
*This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
DISCLAIMER: https://bit.ly/3ycFiY4
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