The article addresses the stigma surrounding the label "difficult", particularly for women, who are often conditioned to suppress their needs. It highlights how this quest for approval can lead to burnout as they prioritize others' happiness over their own. Women frequently seek approval and avoid conflict, yet this behavior traps them in draining dynamics. The author urges women to recognize that asserting their own needs is not about causing discord, but rather about fostering clarity and respect in their relationships, ultimately reclaiming their self-worth and energy.
Being labeled "difficult" often means being honest, assertive, and self-respecting. Prioritizing peace over needs leads to losing oneself.
Women are often conditioned to seek approval and avoid conflict, sacrificing their own desires to maintain harmony, leading to burnout.
Pushing back in relationships is not about conflict; it's about achieving clarity and ensuring one's needs are respected.
The problem isn't just mistreatment; it's that people become comfortable with how well you tolerate poor conditions.
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