196. Stop Apologizing When You Haven't Done Anything Wrong

Have you said "I'm sorry" even though the circumstance wasn't your fault? Have you started off a conversation or a presentation with "I'm sorry?" Do you say "Sorry I'm running behind", "Sorry for taking up space or time in a group session", "Sorry for crying", "Sorry for not understanding", or "Sorry I am not available"? Listen to understand why you over-apologize and the impact it can have on your life, health, and happiness. Learn about common situations where you don't need to apologize and mindful and strategic tips to help you stop overapologizing.   What if, instead of apologizing you said: "Thank you for waiting" "I appreciate your patience" "Hope you enjoyed a pause while helped someone else." "I'm curious about.." "I would love to know more about ..." "I wish you felt better." "I wish it was different ."   Listen to learn more tips. When have you apologized where you didn't need to? Why did you apologize? What were the thoughts, emotions, and body sensations that led to the apology?   Mindful coaching is super helpful to let go of habits such as over-apologizing. Intentional language is a game changer in improving your health, happiness, and the way you feel and move through the world.  We encourage you to enjoy this episode's mindful moment: Gratitude as an Antidote. Move beyond consuming this amazing podcast. True change happens when you work with us - virtually and/or in-person. Coach with Jessie - 1:1, in topic-focused small groups, or at a retreat. www.jessiemahoneymd.com Work with both of us in person at The Mindful Healers Annual Retreat www.jessiemahoneymd.com/retreats Hire one or both of us to speak or lead a workshop. Jessie's superpwoer is creating team retreats, teaching yoga, and offering experiential mindfulness for teams, groups, grand rounds, and at conferences. www.jessiemahoneymd.com/mindful-healers-podcast www.awakenbreath.org  www.jessiemahoneymd.com/speaking *Nothing shared in the Mindful Healers Podcast is medical advice.   #physicianwellness #mindfulnesscoach #pauseandpresence #physiciancoach