Get Out Of Your Own Damn Way Podcast

Some people always suck the air out of the room. They make everything about themselves. They are masters of manipulation...able to belittle you so stealthily that you may find yourself thanking them for the deed. They can make you smaller with just a quick glance. And my guess is that you can spot them a mile away. Like most people, you're probably pretty good at avoiding them or at least defending yourself from their calculated attacks.   These people are not good for you. They're not supportive. And it's usually obvious.   But what about the friends and family members who aren't evil incarnate but who somehow still miss the mark when it comes to support? Do you know how to spot them? Do you have adequate defenses and strategies in place to protect yourself?   And here's the BIG, difficult, in-your-face question that needs to be asked: Are you actually one of them?   You probably think you're super supportive. And maybe you are. But if you feel like you're not getting the support you truly need, it may m