The Psychology of Excuses (and How to Break Free)
Description
Are excuses keeping you stuck? In this episode of The Positivity Xperience, I break down the psychology of excuses — why we use them, what they're really protecting us from, and how to call yourself out so you can finally move forward.
We'll dive into:
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The hidden fears behind your excuses (failure, judgment, rejection).
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Why excuses feel safe in the moment but sabotage you long-term.
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How to expose the "hidden payoff" of excuses — and why you keep repeating them.
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A step-by-step framework to rewrite your excuses into raw truths.
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The cost of holding on to excuses and how to design anti-excuse actions that actually stick.
Excuses are just protective lies. They don't keep you safe — they keep you stuck. This episode is direct, raw, and designed to help you face the harsh truth: it's time to stop hiding behind excuses and start taking control of your choices.
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