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The Day I Forgot to Introduce Myself

There is a particular loneliness in being known for who you were rather than who you are. The people introducing me weren't wrong, in fact they were extremely well meaning. But, they were working with the information they had. However, old truths, repeated enough times in one evening, start to feel uncomfortable. Not because they were never true, but because you have outgrown them.

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Part III of the Courage Series: The Courage to Begin Again

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And This Is the Rest of the Story

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You've Done the Personality Tests. Now Let's Talk About What Actually Drives Your Decisions.

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The Courage to Say No: A Journey Toward Healthier Boundaries

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The surprising emotion tied to visibility.

You are not lacking confidence.
You may be carrying shame.

Many high performing women say
“I know what I’m doing, but I hesitate to speak up.”
“I prepare excessively, then still hold back.”
“I wait until I feel ready.”

This is often labeled as a confidence problem.
Research suggests otherwise.

Psychological studies consistently show that shame sabotages confidence not by reducing competence, but by making visibility feel unsafe.