EP58 - Selfishness and the Spectrum of Caring

This week I talk about selfishness and why I feel it is often misunderstood – especially for women, who are frequently conditioned to avoid it at all costs. I share my personal journey with selfishness, then reframe it not as a black-and-white concept but as part of a broader spectrum of caring, with selfishness and martyrdom at opposite ends and healthy caring as the balanced middle. Today's episode challenges traditional ideas about selflessness, offering you a more empowering perspective on how to be empathetic and kind to others whilst also respecting your own needs.  In this episode you will learn: Why I believe selfishness is part of a spectrum, not a binary concept What martyrdom is and the role it plays in selfishness The consequences of living in martyrdom (overcaring) How to adopt balanced, healthy caring, towards others and yourself Why it's so important to prioritise your own needs - Where do you fall on the spectrum of caring? I'd love to hear from you. Flick me an email at [email protected] or slide into my DM's on Instagram. If you are regularly tuning into the podcast and getting value from it, you can rate the show on Spotify or leave a review on Apple Podcasts. This way more people can find us and our community can grow. Your support here does not go unnoticed!  Let's Connect: Instagram - @worthwild.co Facebook - Worthwild Subscribe to the newsletter - https://www.worthwild.co.nz/what's-the-tea