Embracing Compliments
Patrick shares his struggle with accepting compliments, reflecting on how he often focuses on his perceived shortcomings instead of acknowledging praise. This conversation highlights the disconnect between self-perception and how others view us, sparking a deeper discussion about the motivations behind self-deprecation and the importance of gratitude. Both Patrick and Alyona recognize the awkwardness of accepting praise and explore the journey toward self-acceptance.In this clip
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Mentorship, Design and Creative Engineers | Alyona Volkova | Beyond Coding Podcast #121
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What is the feeling of self-doubt as discussed in the episode Mentorship, Design and Creative Engineers | Alyona Volkova | Beyond Coding Podcast #121 and the clip Embracing Compliments?
But now, I'm feeling like I've had a negative impression on everyone and done a horrible job this summer. I know I haven't; I'm getting a return offer. But what is this feeling of self-doubt?
I'm also frustrated about how I acted—responsive and thankful but also annoyed. Kaitlyn suggested I do something differently, but overall, I have a weird relationship with this one manager at work. I'm going to change how I've been acting. I'm just an intern, but it's not obvious; everyone else loves me, and I love them. It's just this one person, and I need to change my attitude. I'm proud that I recognize I need to adjust to her behavior. Will this change help her loosen her resistance too?