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Scenario

When positive recognition reveals years of internalized criticism

I started crying in the middle of a meeting today because someone complimented my presentation and I realized it was the first time in twenty years anyone had noticed what I was good at instead of what I was doing wrong.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Unexpected validation can illuminate the depth of negative self-concept developed over time.

Your guide for this
Patan
Patan works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Dyslexia ADHD and different minds?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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