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Smarter In 5 Minutes: Why You Keep Saying Yes (Even When You Regret It)
Manage episode 507850671 series 3561417
Have you ever said “yes” and instantly wish you hadn’t?
It’s not a willpower problem—it’s brain wiring.
Your brain is designed to avoid social rejection, and saying yes feels safer than risking disapproval. But that “safe” choice can lead to resentment, burnout, and overwhelm.
In this week’s Smarter in 5 Minutes, I’m sharing why your brain does this on autopilot—and how to catch it before you commit to something you’ll regret.
137 episodes
Manage episode 507850671 series 3561417
Have you ever said “yes” and instantly wish you hadn’t?
It’s not a willpower problem—it’s brain wiring.
Your brain is designed to avoid social rejection, and saying yes feels safer than risking disapproval. But that “safe” choice can lead to resentment, burnout, and overwhelm.
In this week’s Smarter in 5 Minutes, I’m sharing why your brain does this on autopilot—and how to catch it before you commit to something you’ll regret.
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