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5 Reasons why saying “no” is kinder than saying “yes”

We’ve been taught that “yes” is a word of connection, of opportunity, of kindness. But here’s the thing—sometimes, the kindest thing you can say is no. I know it can feel uncomfortable, but leaning into that discomfort is where growth happens. Let’s talk about why saying no is an act of love, for yourself and others. […]

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The Struggle to Say “No”: Why It’s So Hard & What to Do About It

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12 Signs You Lack Boundaries (Part One)

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What Are Healthy Boundaries and Why Do You Need Them?

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022. Break Free from Society’s Success Trap: Own Your Confidence & Deepen Your Self-Love

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021. Silence the Inner Critic: Self-Love Strategies for Lasting Confidence

Are you tired of that inner voice that constantly tears you down? In this episode, we dive into powerful strategies to silence your inner critic and create a mindset rooted in self-love and confidence. Learn how to reframe self-sabotaging thoughts, build a compassionate relationship with yourself, and practice techniques that boost your emotional resilience. Whether […]

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020. Say No, Choose You: Self-Love and Boundary Basics

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019. Self-Love Starts Here: Discovering Your Core Values to Live Authentically

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018. Break the People-Pleasing Cycle to Unlock Self-Love and Confidence

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Boundaries Matter: Cultivating Joy, Self-Care, and Meaningful Relationships

There’s a wealth of resources waiting for you here, designed to empower you on your journey. From practical tips on setting healthy boundaries to self-care strategies and self-discovery guidance, you’ll find everything you need to leave people-pleasing behind and live authentically. Start at the top and explore the posts that resonate with you, or scroll down to browse by category. Not sure where to begin? Dive into my featured stories for some of my personal favorites!

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Learn an easy method to calm down your nervous-system in under 60 seconds. You can practice it whenever you need to without anybody noticing it. And the best thing is that you can’t do it wrong – you can only do it right!

How to calm down your nervous system in under 60 seconds

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Have you tried out affirmations and been disappointed by the results you got? Do you wonder how to make affirmations work for you? I definitely have. That was 15 years ago when I started my self-development journey. In the meantime, I’ve learned a thing or two about affirmations. And I’m sharing my knowledge in today’s […]

006. How to make affirmations work for you

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I had my plans for today. Overall, I’m a very structured person and I like to plan ahead (especially my working time). But life had different plans. I was just about to write my weekly newsletter about the 4-7-8 breathing technique (which you’ll receive next week now) as my partner in crime, Christoph, came into […]

When life has different plans…

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What is the difference between healthy versus unhealthy boundaries? And why do I need healthy boundaries? If you have ever asked yourself these questions, today’s episode is for you. In this episode, I explain in detail what differentiates healthy from unhealthy boundaries and give you real-life examples of how to set healthy boundaries. I’ll also […]

005. What are healthy boundaries and why do I need them?

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What does the flamingo have to do with self-love, a podcast, or Nadja? So many questions…I know. I get them regularly, I mean every single day regularly. And in today’s episode, I’ll answer all of them. Let me give you a hint – it has much to do with you. All I can reveal here […]

004. What has the flamingo to do with it?

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A lack of boundaries is not always immediately recognizable. It can appear as relationship or communication challenges when in fact, it’s a lack of boundaries, that is causing problems.

The last three signs you might lack healthy boundaries

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Your calendar is jam-packed. At the end of the day, you feel tired, drained, and exhausted. Self-care has become a luxury instead of a necessity. You’d love to take time for self-care, but when you’re finally back home, you’re just too tired. You already notice the first signs of your missing self-care routine but don’t […]

003. How to self-care when you don’t have time at all

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For the past two weeks, I’ve been discussing a crucial topic- the signs that you might be struggling with healthy boundaries (you’ll find the first three signs here and the second three here). Today, I’m continuing this important conversation by sharing three more signs that you lack boundaries. I hope the previous six have sparked […]

Three more signs you lack boundaries (Part Three)

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for high-achieving women so you banish people-pleasing forever and feel confident in every interaction!

And I'm gonna give you word-for-word statements that you can have on the tip of your tongue if you need to say no or politely decline a request. 

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