the likability trap—what is it and why is it holding you back

*plus, why all women are being affected by the goldilocks conundrum* [View this email in your browser]( [TEG podcast graphic with a woman]( [Episode 18:]( Likeability Trap, Being Your True Self, and How to Stop Caring About Being Liked with Alicia Menendez]( You can listen on [Apple]( [Spotify]( or visit [theeverygirlpodcast.com]( to learn more. Do you care about what other people think of you? Are you ever told you’re too aggressive, or not aggressive enough? Have you been called too bossy, bitchy, naive, or nice? PSA: Most women have experienced the Likeability Trap and Goldilocks Conundrum (be nice, but not too nice!). On this week’s episode, Josie sits down with Award Winning Journalist, MSNBC Anchor, and author of The Likeability Trap, Alicia Menendez, to discuss why women are wired to care about being liked, why the system we’re in is harmful for every gender, and how to get out of the trap once and for all. Alicia also discusses how to get to know your true self and show up as your true self in the workplace, social settings, and your relationships. [Be the first to get podcast updates: Subscribe to our newsletter]( Key Points in This Week's Episode - Why women care about being well liked - How our system is harmful to all genders - How to understand your true self - Ways to show your true self in your relationships [TEG podcast quote graphic: keep listening]( You Might Like These Episodes, Too Episode 17: The Home Edit’s Top Organization Tips, Home Updates for Colder Months, and Their “Off-Camera” Friendship [LISTEN NOW]( [teg cover art of kat jamieson and josie santi]( Episode 16: Happy Hour: Wellness Rituals, Morning Routines, and the Gut Health Tips No One is Talking About, with Kat Jamieson [LISTEN NOW]( [TEG podcast reviews graphic: what people are saying]( [TEG podcast reviews graphic]( [follow us on instagram graphic]( [subscribe, rate, and review graphic]( [tell us what you want to hear next graphic]( [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( [Website]( Copyright © 2022 The Everygirl, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: The Everygirl, LLC 845 W Fulton MarketChicago, Il 60607 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.