Step Settling for Less
- Ashli Lyseng
- Aug 6, 2024
- 2 min read
Here is some common advice I share with my clients: don't accept less than you deserve! Fears like rejection, vulnerability, and being alone can stop us from communicating our needs and wants in a relationship. We often settle for less because we are afraid of causing problems and possibly losing the person we love.
However, remember this important point: do not accept anything less. Settling for less will inevitably result in disappointment and heartache.
Failure is inevitable when we fail to communicate our expectations and accept less than what we truly want. It is unrealistic to assume that others can understand our thoughts or change their actions without us expressing our needs.
How can we put an end to this cycle of letdowns?
First and foremost, we need to work on our self-confidence. Prioritizing our self-confidence is crucial. It is essential to have the belief that we are worthy of a partner who respects and appreciates us. This involves acknowledging our own value and not accepting a relationship where our needs are not a priority.
Being self-assured enables us to communicate our expectations and stand up for our desires. A common piece of advice I offer my clients is to refrain from accepting anything less than what they deserve. Fears of rejection, vulnerability, and loneliness often hinder us from voicing our needs and wants in a relationship. We settle for less due to the apprehension of causing conflict and potentially losing the person we hold dear.

A LOT OF THE WOMEN WHO CHOOSE TO WORK WITH ME ARE AWARE OF THE IMPORTANCE OF SETTING BOUNDARIES OR HAVE A CLEAR UNDERSTANDING OF THEIR DESIRES IN A RELATIONSHIP.
However, they find it challenging to communicate effectively during dates or in their new relationship. Expressing their feelings can feel extremely awkward, and they may doubt the reasonableness of their desires.
If you have held back from saying what you feel then I encourage you to schedule a 30 minute connection call. It’s time to stop settling for less.
During this complimentary call I’ll share tools and insights to help you shift your beliefs about love. I will also provide you with the exacts steps to move you towards having the relationship you want.



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