While it’s always good to be humble, sometimes you need to realise when to leave your apologies at the door.
Being polite is all part of your charm, but make sure you avoid becoming a walking doormat.
Here are 10 times that you really shouldn’t back down…
Standing Up For Yourself
We’re not talking about shouting down your opponent, or being rude, but if you feel wronged you have every right to stand up for yourself. You’re a strong, independent woman who has a right to feel supported.
Someone putting you down?
Wanting More From A Relationship
Yes he is impossibly handsome and you have more chemistry than Ali and Noah (we’ll never let go), but he also makes no effort and forgets every important detail. And all the little things. It’s ok to have outgrown him and no you shouldn’t feel guilty for it either.
We’re clearly joking. Have a talk to see if you can find a common ground or ways to improve the situation. It’s ok not to want to settle.
Wanting More From Yourself
It’s always good to have ambition and be your own cheerleader. Looking for a job promotion – go talk to your boss. Have big plans to run a 10k? Pull out those runners. A little self-belief is important. Just know where to draw the line…
Being Successful
You worked hard, now you can reap the rewards. And you should… with party poppers and a glass of bubbly. You’ve earned it.
Binge Watching Your Favourite TV Show
I don’t care if I’ve watched every episode of Friends. It’s practically life research if I can quote Sex and the City. Binge watching your favourite shows makes you happy. Besides properly relaxing releases endorphins… and we all like those feel-good vibes. It’s like cheap therapy if you will.
Taking A Bed Day
You’ve worked all week and you’re still not a millionaire or living a life that Kim K would be jealous of…. The least you deserve is a bed day. It’s a fair compromise really, and Sunday IS the day of rest.
Being Sick
If you’re sick, you’re sick. Yes, you’re dying with the plague but some part of you thinks you have to turn in for work. Provided it’s not self-inflicted (cocktail hour does not equal sympathy stare), then accept you need some rest.
Besides, you don’t need to infect the whole team. Fastest way to wipe out the office in one coughing fit.
Giving Your Honest Opinion
Your best friend asked for your opinion and suddenly she’s in a huff. If looks could kill, she’d be wearing said skirt to your funeral.
You don’t want to hurt any feelings, but hey, she asked for your HONEST opinion.
Real friends tell the truth. They just also get the silent treatment for days afterwards…
Your Dating Past
You might have dated the entire county or just had the longest running on-off love affair with the local nerd, but each person from your past shapes a little bit of you for the future. You shouldn’t feel the shame. But we give you full permission to blush if you happened to make a music video a la J-Lo and Ben Affleck. #cantbeunseen
Hogging The Duvet Cover
It says it’s a double, but your left arm is tingling cold and your feet are like blocks of ice. Nope, that duvet is coming to your side of the bed. The other half can either spoon in for warmth or sleep on the couch.
That fluffy love will always come first…
**Honorary mention**
Ordering your food JUST as you like it in the restaurant. It might be half-grilled, half baked, with only a sprinkling of oil, and gravy to the side, but hey! You’re paying for a meal you plan on eating. Surely you should enjoy every bite?!
