In this episode, I talk about how sorry I've always been for existing.

I realized recently that I feel and say sorry for just taking up space and existing in the world on a daily basis. I apologize to strangers constantly for walking in their general direction, being in the same space, feeling or being awkward, or not understanding something they were saying.

I never recognized how sorry I always was until I was in my 20s and coworkers and friends started asking me why I was always apologizing. I never really thought about why. Before I cared for and wanted the best for myself, it never really mattered to me that I was sorry or why I felt that way in the first place.

I had a "this has to end" moment today when I said "sorry" to a stranger after opening the door for them. That's right, I apologized to someone else, for being polite, because I felt like I was taking up too much space.

I realized at that moment that I still have some work to do, and also wondered if anyone else out there was feeling just as sorry as I was for existing.

That was the inspiration for this episode. I wanted to remind everyone that regardless of what you have done, who you have been, or what you have been told, you are worthy of taking up space in this world. But it will take time, and maybe even a little practice for you to really believe it's true.

Imagine that your uniqueness is your superpower. You can use it for good, to inspire others to believe that they are worthy of not just existing, but living a beautiful, full, and happy life.

There isn't a secret sauce that will transform your life and mindset overnight so be patient with yourself, trust in the process, and be sure to subscribe so you won't miss our next episode release :)

BLOG POST: https://empathyisbadass.com/affirmations-for-new-beginnings-starting-over/

Website: empathyisbadass.com Etsy, Pinterest, Instagram, Youtube, Redbubble: @empathyisbadass

Please consider subscribing or supporting the Empathy is Badass podcast if you enjoyed this episode. I appreciate you all and thank you so much for listening!

Your life matters, your story matters, and love matters. Thank you so much!

Thank you so much for your support!