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EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 32 MIN

29: How to Open Yourself to Receiving More

from The Art of Self Podcast · host Charmaine Marinkovich

Are you someone who’s really good at giving… but when it comes to receiving, you kinda shut down, say “I’m fine,” or just take the bare minimum? You’re not alone. I’ve been there too, and it can feel awkward, uncomfortable, even a little scary.In this episode, I’m talking all about why receiving can feel so hard, how it can affect your energy, your relationships, and even your joy, and most importantly, how we can start practising it. I share some of my own experiences (yes, the awkward ones!) and some simple, practical ways to start letting help, love, support, and gifts in - without feeling like you have to do it all on your own.We look atHow ‘not’ receiving can actually cost us How receiving completes the cycle of giving and brings connectionSmall ways to start practising receiving in your everyday lifeIf you’ve ever found it easier to give than to receive, this one’s for you. Join me as we explore opening ourselves up and allowing more love, support, and abundance into our lives.The Art of Self - Charmaine MarinkovichFollow: @theartofself_podcast on IGFollow: @charmainemarinkovich on IGFollow: charmainemarinkovichportraits on FBSupport the Podcasthttps://buymeacoffee.com/charmainemarinkovich

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Are you someone who’s really good at giving… but when it comes to receiving, you kinda shut down, say “I’m fine,” or just take the bare minimum? You’re not alone. I’ve been there too, and it can feel awkward, uncomfortable, even a little scary. In this episode, I’m talking all about why receiving can feel so hard, how it can affect your energy, your relationships, and even your joy, and most importantly, how we can start practising it. I share some of my own experiences (yes, the awkward ones...

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