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Emotional Exhaustion with Nancy Colier

Evidence-Based: A New Harbinger Psychology Podcast

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Breaking Free from the Likability Cage

This chapter examines the concept of the 'likability cage,' where societal conditioning pressures women to prioritize being likable over their authentic selves. It explores the origins of this behavior, revealing how it leads to emotional exhaustion and a disconnect from personal needs and well-being. Through personal anecdotes and societal critiques, the discussion highlights the tension between self-identity and external approval, especially in professional settings.

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