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EPISODE · Jul 29, 2025 · 9 MIN

The Fear of Being Seen as Agreeable

from Musings of a Former Overachiever · host Holly Lewis

Why do we interrupt, shut down, or mentally rehearse our rebuttals instead of truly listening? In this episode, we explore the hidden fear behind it all: the worry that listening might be mistaken for agreement.You’ll learn:Why empathy doesn’t equal approvalHow fear of being misunderstood shuts down connection4 practical tools to stay grounded and present in tough conversationsWhat real leadership sounds like when you stop performing your values and start embodying themIf you’ve ever felt anxious about being “too understanding,” this one’s for you.Click here to subscribe to Between the Lines of Leadership my weekly newsletter that is all about self leadership.

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