You're Allowed To Push Back

Shrink For The Shy Guy by Dr. Aziz: Social Anxiety And Confidence Expert, Author and Coach

Jul 21, 202611:08Health

"In those situations, it's not being defensive. It's defending myself. And those are two very different things. And one is actually extremely necessary and healthy." Someone says something to you that's out of line. You...

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