Micro-Abandonments: What They Are and How to Overcome Them

Today, Kendra is exploring the concept of microabandoning: the small, repeated decision to overlook your own needs.  She explains how this can lead to full self-abandonment, causing significant emotional and physical stress. Kendra gives strategies for combating micro-abandonments, and encourages listeners to choose themselves by making small, intentional decisions to prioritize their own needs and well-being, aiming for a more fulfilling and balanced life.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Welcome to the Summer of Me

00:25 Introducing the Substack Community

01:08 Understanding Micro Abandonment

04:54 Defining Micro Abandonment

05:42 Self-Silencing Behaviors

09:45 Minimizing Your Feelings

12:07 Shrinking to Keep Others Comfortable

13:31 Embracing Uniqueness and Rejecting Conformity

14:34 The Trap of Over-Functioning

16:00 Listening to Your Body's Signals