Should I Say Something or Let It Go?
If you're wondering whether you should say something or just let it go, these 6 questions will help you decide if whatever’s bothering you is a conversation worth having.
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From the years I spent writing and coaching under the brand, The Hearty Fig. Articles on people pleasing, passive aggression, clear communication, difficult conversations, and how to build a strong relationship with yourself.
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A Simple Script to Ask for What You Need in a Relationship
This simple script will help you navigate tough conversations, name your needs clearly, and plan for how to say what you want to say.
Tired of the Fear of Speaking Up in Relationships?
Let’s explore how your beliefs about what’s ‘allowed’ in your relationships might be contributing to your fear of speaking up, and how you might start to shift them.
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Should I Say Something or Let It Go?
If you're wondering whether you should say something or just let it go, these 6 questions will help you decide if whatever’s bothering you is a conversation worth having.
Feeling Emotionally Drained in Your Relationships? 12 Ways to Protect Your Energy
As people-pleasers, it’s common to feel emotionally drained in relationships with others. Here are 12 ways to ward off emotional exhaustion and keep your energy tank full.
Replace Passive Aggression With Clear, Kind, Brave Communication
Learn three key strategies to leave passive aggression behind and embrace more productive conversations, plus four ways to start using them.
What Passive Aggression Looks Like and Why We Use It
Part two of a three-part deep dive into passive aggression. This week is all about understanding passive aggression on a deeper level—both how to recognize it, and why we use it.
Unlearning Passive Aggressive Communication and its Pitfalls
We all hate being on the receiving end of passive aggression, and most of us overestimate how subtle we are when we’re the ones using it. Let’s explore how and why to unlearn it.
How to Set Healthy Boundaries with More Ease and Confidence
Healthy boundaries are an important part of any relationship, but knowing when and how to set them can be tricky. Here’s some guidance for how to set healthy boundaries, plus 4 mini pep talks.
How to Build Trust in Relationships: A Breakdown
Building trust in relationships might seem simple enough. But not only is trust-building complex and multifaceted, it can look different from person to person. Let’s break it down.
How to Say No Without Hurting Someone's Feelings
If you struggle with how to say no without feeling guilty or hurting the other person, here are 3 simple scripts you can use starting today.
How Much Compromise in Relationships is Too Much?
How do you find that line in the sand that separates ‘healthy compromise in relationships’ from ‘compromising ourselves’? 4 questions to help you decide.
The Ultimate Guide to Preparing for Tough Conversations
When it comes to preparing for tough conversations, it's wise to start by addressing some of your deeper fears and blocks before planning out what you want to say.
A Simple Script to Ask for What You Need in a Relationship
This simple script will help you navigate tough conversations, name your needs clearly, and plan for how to say what you want to say.
What Causes People-Pleasing and How to Break the Cycle
Let's explore what causes people-pleasing, the fears that underpin a people-pleasing habit, and strategies for how to start doing things differently.
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