Guilt and Apologies
Guilt often leads women to feel they must apologize, even when they haven’t done anything wrong. Recognizing that guilt is a normal emotion can help shift the narrative; it’s essential to evaluate thoughts and behaviors rather than succumb to irrational fears of ruining relationships. Embracing discomfort and changing internal scripts can empower individuals to navigate guilt without the need for immediate apologies.In this clip
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Why You Should Never Feel Sorry for Yourself | Amy Morin on Women of Impact
Related Questions
Expand on the reasons why some people struggle to say sorry in the episode How Not to Destroy Your Relationship | Amy Morin, Being Well Podcast and the clip Apologies and Accountability.
Why am I feeling like I've had a negative impression on everyone and done a horrible job this summer, even though I'm getting a return offer?
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?