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Beyond the Self with Africa Brooke

#062 - Tough lessons: owning your toxicity, using your voice confidently, the truth about success

Sep 11, 2023
Stevel Bartlett and selected coaches discuss toxic behaviors, overcoming nerves as a speaker, qualities of great communicators, and defining success on our own terms.
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Quick takeaways

  • Recognizing and addressing our own toxic behaviors is crucial for personal growth and improved relationships.
  • Developing confident self-expression requires intentional practice, observation, and modeling the skills of effective communicators.

Deep dives

Identifying and Addressing Toxic Behaviors

Identifying and addressing our own toxic behaviors is essential for personal growth. These behaviors, which can be better understood as unhelpful traits, often hinder our relationships and personal development. Self-inquiry and reflection are key to recognizing these behaviors and taking responsibility for them. By examining specific behaviors like blaming others, gossiping, or using silent treatment, we can make amends, communicate more openly, and foster self-awareness.

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