Don’t Lose Yourself: The Power of Embracing Conflict
“Beware: It’s easy to lose yourself while constantly trying to keep everyone else happy. Conflict is uncomfortable. But it’s a necessary side effect of standing up for what you need.” — Mark Manson
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This newsletter from Mark Manson serves as a reminder that in the pursuit of pleasing others and avoiding discomfort, we can lose touch with our own needs and identity. Manson urges readers to reflect on their tendencies to avoid conflict, ask hard questions about the costs of people-pleasing, and be willing to reclaim parts of themselves by standing up for what matters—even if it causes friction. The message: True growth often requires embracing discomfort and prioritizing your own values over approval from others.
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