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Lesson 7: Know When To Meet Expectations Or Break Them

Lesson 7: Know When To Meet Expectations Or Break Them

Do family and cultural expectations place the weight of the world on your shoulders? Anyone can appreciate how establishing standards helps develop people - to an extent. But what happens after the standards become less clear for certain aspects of life? Maybe John's journey will offer some useful insights and suggestions.

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Lesson 6: How to Advocate for Your Own Needs Without Feeling Selfish

Lesson 6: How to Advocate for Your Own Needs Without Feeling Selfish

"That's not fair!" How do you feel about your needs? Do others agree on which ones are legitimate? This post builds on the previous ones. We're going beyond saying "no" and establishing boundaries. Now we have to ask, "Can I share my needs without feeling selfish?" Here's the wrinkle: if you want something regardless of the consequence to others, that's a moment to evaluate. But what if advocating for your own needs is what allows you to be in the best service to others? Read on to see how Catherine realized she needed to change her approach.

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