263. How to Handle Praise Without Shutting Down

If you’ve ever awkwardly dodged a compliment or felt uncomfortable when someone recognized your work, this one’s for you. Praise can be surprisingly difficult to receive, especially when imposter syndrome, perfectionism, or old conditioning are at play.

In this episode, I’m unpacking why praise feels so hard to accept and how learning to receive it can actually make you a better leader, entrepreneur, and teammate. I’ll share the emotional and even neurological roots of praise resistance, plus simple steps to help you internalize kind words instead of brushing them off. This isn’t about inflating your ego, it’s about building resilience and owning your growth.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why accepting praise feels uncomfortable for so many high achievers
• How deflecting compliments undermines your leadership and relationship
• Practical tools to help you receive praise with confidence and gratitude

Key Takeaways:

• Imposter syndrome, fear of arrogance, and brain wiring can block us from internalizing recognition
• Deflecting praise over time weakens confidence and connection
• Accepting praise with presence and humility builds emotional resilience and models healthy behavior

Call to Action:
Next time someone says “great job,” try this: pause, smile, and say “thank you.” Then screenshot this episode and tag @GingerBiz with your biggest insight or new go-to response when praise comes your way.

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