The Art of Accomplishment Father Figures and Authority (Coaching Session)
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May 21, 2021 
In a thought-provoking coaching session, a participant from the Art of Accomplishment community speaks with Joe Hudson about her struggles with authority figures and her complex relationship with her father. They explore the tension between vulnerability and control, examining how familial ties influence workplace dynamics. The conversation delves into self-reflection, the quest for genuine connections, and the importance of open communication in leadership. This insightful exchange highlights the balance of love and recognition in both personal and professional relationships.
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Feeling Unseen at Work
- The woman freezes around authority figures at work, especially those resembling her father.
- She feels unseen because they misinterpret her motivations, praising her leadership ambitions when she simply enjoys the work.
Projecting Self-Centeredness
- Joe suggests the woman might be judging others for the same self-centeredness she criticizes in her father.
- He challenges her to consider how her focus on being seen reflects her own preoccupation with herself.
Judging Others and Wanting to Be Seen
- The woman admits to judging others more harshly than herself for similar behaviors.
- Joe points out how this judgment, and her focus on wanting to be seen, hinders her ability to truly see others as full individuals.