Why Do We Apologize So Much?

Full disclosure: I've stopped apologizing for a number of things on this list, and it's been another game changer.

Pay attention to how many times you say sorry in a day and what exactly you are apologizing for. A heartfelt “I’m sorry” is powerful and can repair or strengthen a relationship and deepen connection. It takes vulnerability and courage to step up and admit we could have done or said something differently.

We diminish all that by apologizing for these things we shouldn’t be sorry for:

• Changing your mind or asking a question

• Letting go of what no longer serves you

• Having a delayed response

• Putting your well being first

• Being passionate about what you believe in; living your truth

• Your opinion or having a different perspective; it matters

• Setting and protecting your boundaries; saying “NO”

• Your presence; taking up the space you’re meant to

• Your imperfections

• Communicating your needs, and asking for them to be met

• Following your heart and trusting your intuition

• Being unapologetically YOU!!