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Manya Williams

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01/14/2025

The biggest battle most people face during a conflict?

It’s not about the other person.
It’s the fight within.

The enemy is the mind that clings, craves, and resists.

Think about it:
→ Wishing things were different.
→ Resisting the reality right in front of you.
→ Replaying moments you can’t undo.

This internal struggle steals more peace than anything external ever could.

So here’s the real question:
What if you stopped fighting yourself?
What if you chose acceptance over resistance?

01/04/2025

You make a tiny mistake. Nothing major. And the first thing you do? Apologize.

- “Sorry about that.”
- “My bad.”
- “I didn’t mean to…”

Here’s the problem: Constantly apologizing for *low-profile, unintentional errors* doesn’t just chip away at your self-confidence—it makes others lose confidence in you too.

I’m not saying don’t own up to mistakes. Accountability matters. But there’s a difference between taking responsibility and over-apologizing for things that barely matter.

Instead, try this:
- Address it without apologizing for existing.
- Focus on solutions, not self-blame.
- Save your apologies for the big stuff that truly deserves it.

Confidence isn’t about being perfect. It’s about how you handle the imperfect moments. Stop apologizing for every little thing. Start owning your presence.

What’s one thing you’ve stopped apologizing for? I want to hear it. 👇

12/30/2024

Last week, I learned a lesson I didn’t expect—from corporate jargon of all things.

You know the type: “We need to synergize our approach” or “Let’s take this offline.” I used to roll my eyes every time I heard it. It felt sterile and disconnected. But then, something happened.

I found myself in a tense conversation. Emotions were high, stakes even higher, and I didn’t want things to escalate. So, instinctively, I turned to the corporate-speak I’d spent years poking fun at.

Instead of saying, “You’re wrong,” I said, “I'm willing to consider your option”

Instead of snapping, “That’s not going to work,” I calmly said, “Let’s explore alternative pathways.”

And just like that, the tension dissolved. Everyone refocused on the actual interests rather than the position.

It hit me: The very language I used to mock helped me navigate one of the toughest conversations I’ve had all year.

Communication isn’t about sounding impressive—it’s about being effective. And sometimes, the tools you need are hiding in plain sight.

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