[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fRdy4Ph-Pr3_YSRANo4UELfNtlCWM9i03GPoJzUPa93A":3,"$fLkhLXN9p5js_TfruAe_HE3R4wTj8l1Zz9ZqZjVDL-rM":37,"$fcQmksIDvGWmtQrSN2wMW1w2vO9DLMS5zu7_h7yBVWjs":133},{"data":4,"meta":33},[5,9,13,17,21,25,29],{"id":6,"name":7,"slug":8},1,"Career & Finance","career-and-finance",{"id":10,"name":11,"slug":12},11,"After Hours","after-hours",{"id":14,"name":15,"slug":16},3,"Wellness","wellness",{"id":18,"name":19,"slug":20},12,"Style","style",{"id":22,"name":23,"slug":24},4,"Voices","voices",{"id":26,"name":27,"slug":28},2,"Mindset","mindset",{"id":30,"name":31,"slug":32},10,"Nourish","food",{"pagination":34},{"page":6,"pageSize":35,"pageCount":6,"total":36},25,7,{"data":38,"meta":131},[39],{"id":40,"title":41,"createdAt":42,"updatedAt":43,"publishedAt":44,"content":45,"slug":46,"coffees":26,"seo_title":41,"keywords":47,"seo_desc":48,"featuredImage":49,"category":96,"author":100,"img":130},192,"20 Things We Love About November","2024-11-01T18:26:29.642Z","2024-11-01T18:35:45.171Z","2024-11-01T18:35:45.169Z","\u003Ch2>Hello November!\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>The last-but-one month of the year is here and apart from the pre-Christmas vibes, winter is calling and we couldn’t be happier!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>November is often overlooked in the holiday season rush, but it is a month filled with quiet charm and cozy comfort. From the crisp autumn air to the warm glow of holiday lights, there’s something truly special about this time of year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And for some history, the name "November" originates from the Latin word "novem," meaning "nine." This is because November was the ninth month of the year in the ancient Roman calendar. When the Julian and Gregorian calendars were introduced, adding January and February to the beginning of the year, November retained its original name despite now being the eleventh month.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And as we do every month, here are 20 things that we love about November:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Halloween Leftovers:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Enjoying candy and spooky fun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Pumpkin Spice Everything:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Indulging in fall flavors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Thanksgiving:\u003C\u002Fstrong> One of the most awaited holidays is here! It’s a time for gratitude and feasting with loved ones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Decorating for the Holidays:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Adding festive cheer to your home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Baking Treats:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The aroma of freshly baked goods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002Fwhy_we_love_november_bf1e8ed8c1.webp\" alt=\"why we love november\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Decorating for the Holidays:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Adding festive cheer to your home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Family Gatherings:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Spending quality time with loved ones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Watching Holiday Movies:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Classic films that bring joy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Cozy Winter Boots:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Keeping your feet warm and dry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Smell of Pine Needles:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The fragrance of the holiday season.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Cozy Socks:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Keeping your toes warm and comfy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Hot Apple Cider:\u003C\u002Fstrong> A warm and delicious drink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The First Snowfall:\u003C\u002Fstrong> A magical winter wonderland.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fwhy_we_love_november_2088831a7e.webp\" alt=\"why we love november\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Holiday Lights:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Twinkling displays that brighten the night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Cozy Home Decor:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Winter Hats and Scarves\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Stylish accessories to keep you warm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Quiet of the Season:\u003C\u002Fstrong> A peaceful time for reflection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Holiday Planning:\u003C\u002Fstrong> The excitement of preparing for the festive season.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Holiday Music:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Listening to festive tunes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Hope of New Beginnings:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Looking forward to the year ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n","20-things-we-love-about-november","november, month of thanskgiving, what we love about november, november inspiration","As we are getting closer to the end of 2024, let's take a breath and enjoy one of the most amazing months of the year: November! Read all the reasons why we love this month.",{"id":50,"name":51,"alternativeText":52,"caption":53,"width":54,"height":55,"formats":56,"hash":91,"ext":58,"mime":61,"size":92,"url":93,"previewUrl":52,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":52,"createdAt":95,"updatedAt":95},630,"why we love november.webp",null,"why we love november",1600,900,{"large":57,"small":67,"medium":75,"thumbnail":83},{"ext":58,"url":59,"hash":60,"mime":61,"name":62,"path":52,"size":63,"width":64,"height":65,"sizeInBytes":66},".webp","https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Flarge_why_we_love_november_594d85d146.webp","large_why_we_love_november_594d85d146","image\u002Fwebp","large_why we love november.webp",25.81,1000,562,25810,{"ext":58,"url":68,"hash":69,"mime":61,"name":70,"path":52,"size":71,"width":72,"height":73,"sizeInBytes":74},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fsmall_why_we_love_november_594d85d146.webp","small_why_we_love_november_594d85d146","small_why we love november.webp",11.11,500,281,11114,{"ext":58,"url":76,"hash":77,"mime":61,"name":78,"path":52,"size":79,"width":80,"height":81,"sizeInBytes":82},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fmedium_why_we_love_november_594d85d146.webp","medium_why_we_love_november_594d85d146","medium_why we love november.webp",18.31,750,422,18306,{"ext":58,"url":84,"hash":85,"mime":61,"name":86,"path":52,"size":87,"width":88,"height":89,"sizeInBytes":90},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_why_we_love_november_594d85d146.webp","thumbnail_why_we_love_november_594d85d146","thumbnail_why we love november.webp",4.33,245,138,4326,"why_we_love_november_594d85d146",50.87,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fwhy_we_love_november_594d85d146.webp","aws-s3","2024-11-01T18:34:29.316Z",{"id":22,"name":23,"slug":24,"createdAt":97,"updatedAt":98,"publishedAt":99},"2020-12-24T19:16:11.810Z","2025-10-01T19:49:12.086Z","2024-06-26T07:27:59.419Z",{"id":101,"name":102,"slug":103,"instagram":104,"facebook":105,"bio":106,"createdAt":107,"updatedAt":108,"publishedAt":109,"linkedIn":52,"avatar":110,"avatarImg":129},6,"The Working Gal Team","the-working-gal-team","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.instagram.com\u002Fthe_working_gal\u002F","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.facebook.com\u002Ftheworkinggal","At The Working Gal, we prioritize collective strategic insight. This piece reflects the shared expertise of our editorial board and specialists, delivering a 360° analysis of modern business and executive lifestyle.","2021-02-14T21:17:05.180Z","2026-04-12T03:32:03.659Z","2021-02-14T21:17:25.177Z",{"id":111,"name":112,"alternativeText":113,"caption":113,"width":114,"height":114,"formats":115,"hash":124,"ext":117,"mime":120,"size":125,"url":126,"previewUrl":52,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":52,"createdAt":127,"updatedAt":128},108,"Untitled-7.png","",250,{"thumbnail":116},{"ext":117,"url":118,"hash":119,"mime":120,"name":121,"path":52,"size":122,"width":123,"height":123},".png","https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_Untitled_7_b2bf764bcd.png","thumbnail_Untitled_7_b2bf764bcd","image\u002Fpng","thumbnail_Untitled-7.png",12.8,156,"Untitled_7_b2bf764bcd",22.3,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002FUntitled_7_b2bf764bcd.png","2021-02-14T21:15:43.138Z","2021-02-14T21:15:43.147Z","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002FUntitled_7_b2bf764bcd.png","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002Fwhy_we_love_november_594d85d146.webp",{"pagination":132},{"page":6,"pageSize":35,"pageCount":6,"total":6},{"data":134,"meta":450},[135,187,255,304,380],{"id":136,"title":137,"createdAt":138,"updatedAt":139,"publishedAt":140,"content":141,"slug":142,"coffees":26,"seo_title":137,"keywords":143,"seo_desc":144,"featuredImage":145,"category":178,"author":182,"img":186},191,"These Are the Snacks that Won’t Ruin Your Diet","2024-10-30T22:30:01.989Z","2024-10-30T23:05:20.840Z","2024-10-30T22:38:30.339Z","****\n\nWe at the Working Gal pay much attention to maintaining a balanced diet. A busy lifestyle often makes it difficult to balance our diet, and it seems like a feat to be able to do it.\n\nThe good news is that there are ways to maintain your diet and stop your cravings while enjoying tasty and healthy food.\n\nSnacks don’t have to be unhealthy and give us extra calories; they can be delicious, nutritious, and fulfilling without compromising our diet.\n\nBelow, we've gathered some diet-friendly and easy snacks that you can bring to the office without feeling guilty!\n\n![healthy snacks to not ruin your diet](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fhealthy_snacks_to_not_ruin_your_diet_2f4316eea8.webp)\n## Almonds\n\nAlmonds are rich in healthy fats, proteins, and fiber, which help stabilize blood sugar. A small handful (about 10-12 almonds) will keep you full without spoiling your diet.\n\nApple with honey and cinnamon\n\nApples are a great source of fiber that keeps you satiated, and they are also packed with vitamins. If you want to feel like you are enjoying a sweet treat, add some honey and cinnamon on top, and you have a tasty and healthy snack.\n\n## Hummus with cucumber\n\nHummus is full of protein and fiber, while cucumbers are low in calories and provide hydration. Together, they make a delicious and filling snack for when you want something light but nutritious, especially if you are hungry hours before your main meal.\n\n## Whole wheat rice cakes with avocado\n\nWhole-grain rice cakes are crispy and satisfy your need for something light, while avocados add healthy fats and vitamins. They are the ideal snack to feel satiated without guilt and regrets for your diet.\n\n## Carrot sticks with peanut butter\n\nPeanut butter is full of protein and good fats, while carrots stand out for their vitamin A and fiber. Together, they are crunchy, tasty, and filling, with minimal calories.\n\n## Yogurt with berries\n\nYogurt is full of protein that keeps you full, while berries are rich in antioxidants. This combination is perfect for a cool, nutritious snack that is low in calories and high in flavor. It is also the perfect post-workout snack.\n\n## Boiled egg\n\nEggs are one of the most miraculous foods, as they contain high-quality protein and healthy fats. A boiled egg is the perfect snack to fill you up and give you energy without unnecessary calories.\n\n## Whole grain cereal bars\n\nYou can enjoy a quick snack that will give you energy and fiber by choosing cereal bars with natural ingredients and without added sugar. If you can make them at home, then you have achieved the perfect combination.\n\n![healthy snacks to not ruin your diet](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fhealthy_snacks_to_not_ruin_your_diet_151521b0d4.webp)\n\n## Rice cakes with cottage cheese\n\nRice cakes are light and low in calories, while cottage cheese is protein-rich. This duet keeps you filled up without unnecessary calories and is super easy to prepare.\n\n## Celery sticks with guacamole\n\nCelery is very low in calories, while guacamole provides healthy fats and fiber. It is the ideal snack for something easy and light without messing with your diet.\n\n## Popcorn without butter\n\nIf made without added butter and salt, whole-grain popcorn is a crunchy and yummy snack that you can enjoy guilt-free. It is low in calories and fiber, keeping you satiated.\n\n","these-are-the-snacks-that-won-t-ruin-your-diet","snacks, healthy snacks, snacks for diet, healthy snack ideas for adults","You are on a diet, and you don't want to ruin it, but you still have cravings for a snack? 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Or noticed how certain people seem to navigate difficult discussions with ease, while others consistently leave tension in their wake? The difference often comes down to one critical factor: emotional intelligence.\n\nYour vocabulary reveals more about your EQ than you might realize. According to research from [Yale's Center for Emotional Intelligence](https:\u002F\u002Fcareers.environment.yale.edu\u002Fblog\u002F2024\u002F09\u002F18\u002Fcareer-success-and-mental-health-awareness\u002F), the language we use directly impacts our relationships, career success, and overall mental health. People with high emotional intelligence instinctively avoid certain phrases that damage trust, invalidate feelings, and shut down productive communication.\n\nIn this guide, we're breaking down the 8 phrases emotionally intelligent people never use—and more importantly, what they say instead. Whether you're navigating workplace conflicts, strengthening [personal relationships](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fself-sabotage-the-signs-that-you-undermine-your-relationships), or simply wanting to communicate more effectively, understanding these linguistic patterns can transform how others perceive and respond to you.\n\nBecause here's the truth: emotional intelligence isn't just about understanding emotions—it's about expressing them in ways that build connection rather than create walls.\n\n## What Is Emotional Intelligence (EQ)?\n\nEQ stands for Emotional Quotient, and it refers to a person's ability to understand, use, and manage their emotions positively. According to Dr. Daniel Goleman, author of the groundbreaking book *Emotional Intelligence*, high EQ enables us to relieve stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges, and defuse conflict constructively.\n\nUnlike IQ, which remains relatively stable throughout life, emotional intelligence can be developed and strengthened at any age. Research from the University of California, Berkeley shows that [58% of professional success is directly attributed to emotional intelligence](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.charlestonsouthern.edu\u002Fwhy-is-emotional-intelligence-important\u002F#:~:text=Statistics%20in%20support%20of%20Emotional,has%20higher%20emotional%20intelligence%20levels.), making it one of the most valuable skills you can cultivate.\n\n![emotionally intelligence vocabulary](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Femotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_15e42ce2ec.webp)\n\nAchieving emotional intelligence requires conscious effort and practice—particularly when it comes to how we communicate. The words we choose don't just reflect our EQ level; they actively shape our relationships and influence how others respond to us in critical moments.\n\n## Why Your Vocabulary Matters for Emotional Intelligence\n\nAccording to experts, one of the simplest and most effective ways to improve your EQ is through intentional language use. Psychologist Dr. Marc Brackett of Yale University's Center for Emotional Intelligence explains that our vocabulary either inspires connection and positive emotional responses or triggers defensiveness and emotional shutdown.\n\nPeople with high emotional intelligence don't just know *what* to say—they understand the psychological impact of their words. They've learned (sometimes through painful trial and error) that certain phrases consistently damage relationships, no matter how well-intentioned they might seem.\n\nThe good news? Once you become aware of these linguistic patterns, changing them becomes surprisingly straightforward. Let’s see which are the specific phrases emotionally intelligent people actively avoid—and what they say instead.\n\n## 8 Phrases Emotionally Intelligent People Never Use\n\n### 1\\. \"I'm Sorry\" (When You Mean \"I Apologize\")\n\n**Why It's Problematic:**\n\nOn the surface, \"I'm sorry\" seems emotionally intelligent—after all, aren't apologies a good thing? But linguistically, there's a crucial difference between \"I'm sorry\" and \"I apologize.\"\n\n\"I'm sorry\" is a passive statement. It's a statement of regret without accountability. \"I apologize,\" however, is active—it's taking ownership and demonstrating a commitment to make amends. [Research from the Journal of Positive Psychology](https:\u002F\u002Frips-irsp.com\u002Farticles\u002F10.5334\u002Firsp.479) shows that active apologies are 45% more effective at restoring trust than passive expressions of regret.\n\n**What to Say Instead:**\n\n\"I apologize for \\[specific action\\]. Here's what I'll do differently next time.\"\n\nExample:\n\n* ❌ Low EQ: \"I'm sorry you felt hurt by what I said.\"  \n* ✅ High EQ: \"I apologize for my comment about your presentation. It was dismissive, and I should have approached it more constructively. Moving forward, I'll focus on offering specific, actionable feedback.\"\n\n**Why This Works:** The specific apology acknowledges the exact behavior, validates the impact, and offers a concrete change—all hallmarks of high emotional intelligence.\n\n### 2\\. \"That Reminds Me of When I...\"\n\n**Why It's Problematic:**\n\nWhen someone shares something vulnerable with you, pivoting immediately to your own experience sends a clear message: \"I'm not really listening to you.\" Even if your intention is to show empathy through a shared experience, this phrase often comes across as conversational hijacking.\n\nDr. Brené Brown, research professor and author of *Dare to Lead*, calls this \"comparative suffering\"—and it's one of the quickest ways to shut down authentic connection. Studies show that when people feel unheard, they're 70% less likely to share vulnerable information with that person again.\n\n**What to Say Instead:**\n\n\"Tell me more about that,\" or \"That sounds really difficult. How are you handling it?\"\n\nExample:\n\n* ❌ Low EQ: \"You're stressed about your promotion? That reminds me of when I was up for director—I couldn't sleep for weeks\\!\"  \n* ✅ High EQ: \"A promotion is such a big deal. What's the most stressful part about it for you right now?\"\n\n**Why This Works:** Instead of redirecting attention to yourself, you're deepening the conversation and demonstrating genuine curiosity about their experience. This is active listening in practice.\n\n### 3\\. \"I Have No Other Choice\"\n\n**Why It's Problematic:**\n\nThis phrase is emotionally manipulative, whether you intend it that way or not. It accomplishes two harmful things: First, it's rarely truthful—we almost always have more options than we're acknowledging. Second, it's often used to pressure someone into doing what you want while avoiding accountability for your decision.\n\nAccording to organizational psychologist Dr. Adam Grant, this phrase removes agency from the conversation and creates resentment, particularly in workplace relationships.\n\n**What to Say Instead:**\n\n\"I've decided to \\[action\\] because \\[reason\\]\" or \"Here are the options I'm considering...\"\n\nExample:\n\n* ❌ Low EQ: \"I have no choice but to cancel our plans—work needs me this weekend.\"  \n* ✅ High EQ: \"I'm choosing to work this weekend because this deadline is critical to my team's success. I know this affects our plans, and I'm disappointed too. Can we reschedule for next Saturday?\"\n\n**Why This Works:** Taking ownership of your decisions (rather than presenting them as inevitable) respects the other person's intelligence and maintains trust even in disappointing situations.\n\n### 4\\. \"You're Overreacting\"\n\n**Why It's Problematic:**\n\nThis dismissive phrase is essentially emotional invalidation wrapped in a criticism. It tells the other person that their feelings are wrong, excessive, or unreasonable—which immediately triggers defensiveness and shuts down productive dialogue.\n\nResearch from The Gottman Institute shows that invalidation is one of the strongest predictors of relationship deterioration. When someone feels their emotions are dismissed, they either escalate (to finally be heard) or withdraw (because it feels unsafe to share).\n\n**What to Say Instead:**\n\n\"I can see this is really important to you. Help me understand why.\"\n\nExample:\n\n* ❌ Low EQ: \"You're overreacting about the meeting. It wasn't a big deal.\"  \n* ✅ High EQ: \"I can see this meeting situation is really bothering you. Can you help me understand what about it feels so significant to you?\"\n\n**Why This Works:** This response validates their emotional experience without necessarily agreeing with their perspective. It opens dialogue instead of shutting it down and demonstrates genuine curiosity rather than dismissiveness.\n\n### 5\\. \"I Told You So\"\n\n**Why It's Problematic:**\n\nThis phrase is pure ego. It puts you at the center of attention as the \"bright omniscient\" one (even if that wasn't your intention) while making the other person feel inferior. It focuses on past mistakes rather than finding solutions or offering support.\n\nHigh-EQ individuals understand that being \"right\" matters far less than maintaining positive relationships and helping others grow. As leadership expert Simon Sinek notes, \"Being right is highly overrated. Even a stopped clock is right twice a day.\"\n\n**What to Say Instead:**\n\n\"What can I do to help?\" or \"What did you learn from this experience?\"\n\nExample:\n\n* ❌ Low EQ: \"I told you that approach wouldn't work with the client. Maybe next time you'll listen to me.\"  \n* ✅ High EQ: \"That client meeting sounds frustrating. What approach do you think might work better for the next conversation?\"\n\n**Why This Works:** Instead of dwelling on being correct, you're helping them process the experience and move forward—which is what people actually need after a disappointment.\n\n### 6\\. \"I Know How You Feel\"\n\n**Why It's Problematic:**\n\nThis phrase has zero empathy despite its well-meaning intention. It's become so cliché that it signals a lack of genuine understanding and compassion. The reality? You don't know exactly how they feel. Everyone processes emotions differently based on their unique experiences, context, and personality.\n\nAccording to empathy researcher Dr. Helen Riess, true empathy requires acknowledging that we can't fully know someone else's internal experience—and that's okay. What matters is our willingness to try to understand.\n\n**What to Say Instead:**\n\n\"I can only imagine how difficult this must be\" or \"That sounds incredibly challenging.\"\n\nExample:\n\n* ❌ Low EQ: \"I know how you feel about losing that promotion. It happened to me once too.\"  \n* ✅ High EQ: \"Not getting that promotion must be so disappointing, especially after all the work you put in. How are you processing it?\"\n\n**Why This Works:** This acknowledges their unique experience without presuming to fully understand it, which actually creates more space for them to share authentically.\n\n### 7\\. \"It's Not That Hard\"\n\n**Why It's Problematic:**\n\nAlthough this phrase is often used to remove fear or encourage someone, it frequently has the opposite effect. It minimizes their struggle and can easily be perceived as undermining their skills and capabilities. What's \"easy\" for you might be genuinely challenging for someone else—due to different skill sets, learning styles, or circumstances.\n\n![emotionally intelligence vocabulary](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Femotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_a9dbbe8eb3.webp)\n\nResearch in educational psychology shows that when learners feel their difficulties are dismissed, their motivation and performance actually decrease rather than improve.\n\n**What to Say Instead:**\n\n\"What's the part that's feeling most challenging?\" or \"How can I support you through this?\"\n\nExample:\n\n* ❌ Low EQ: \"It's not that hard. Just follow the steps, and you'll figure it out.\"  \n* ✅ High EQ: \"I remember finding this tricky at first too. What specific part is giving you trouble? Maybe I can explain it differently.\"\n\n**Why This Works:** This acknowledges the challenge as real while offering constructive support rather than dismissiveness. It maintains their dignity while still providing help.\n\n### 8\\. \"No Offense, But...\"\n\n**Why It's Problematic:**\n\nThis phrase is essentially announcing: \"I'm about to say something offensive, but I don't want to take responsibility for your reaction to it.\" It's a preemptive defensiveness that signals you know what you're about to say could be hurtful, yet you're choosing to say it anyway—and expecting them not to be upset.\n\nEmotionally intelligent people understand that if you need to preface something with \"no offense,\" you should probably reconsider whether it needs to be said at all, or find a more constructive way to express it.\n\n**What to Say Instead:**\n\nRethink what you're about to say. If it's important feedback, frame it constructively: \"I want to share something because I care about your growth...\"\n\nExample:\n\n* ❌ Low EQ: \"No offense, but your presentation style needs work.\"  \n* ✅ High EQ: \"I noticed during your presentation that the team seemed to lose focus around the third slide. Would you be open to some feedback on how to maintain engagement?\"\n\n**Why This Works:** Instead of a confrontational preface, you're inviting a collaborative conversation about improvement. The person can choose to engage rather than feeling attacked.\n\n## How to Develop Higher Emotional Intelligence\n\nIf you've recognized yourself in any of these phrases (and most of us have used at least one), don't panic. Emotional intelligence is a skill, not a fixed trait—which means you can actively develop it.\n\nStart Here:\n\n### Practice Self-Awareness: \n\nBefore you speak, pause for two seconds. Ask yourself: \"What am I trying to accomplish with these words?\" This tiny pause creates space for more intentional communication.\n\n### Listen More Than You Speak: \n\nHigh-EQ individuals are exceptional listeners. Try the 70\u002F30 rule—listen 70% of the time, speak 30% of the time. You'll be amazed what you learn.\n\n### [Ask More Questions:](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002F5-useful-questions-to-ask-your-manager) \n\nReplace statements with curious questions. \"What made you feel that way?\" or \"What would be most helpful right now?\" shifts conversations from talking *at* someone to talking *with* them.\n\n### Notice Patterns: \n\nPay attention to how people respond to your communication. If you notice consistent defensiveness or withdrawal, that's data—use it to adjust your approach.\n\n### Embrace Repair: \n\nWhen you mess up (and you will), own it quickly. \"I shouldn't have said that the way I did. Can we start over?\" is incredibly powerful.\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions About Emotional Intelligence\n\n### Q: Can emotional intelligence really be learned, or are some people just naturally better at it?\n\nA: Research consistently shows that emotional intelligence can be developed at any age. While some people may have a natural inclination toward empathy or self-awareness, the specific skills of EQ—like emotional regulation, active listening, and conflict resolution—are absolutely learnable through practice and feedback. Studies from the [Consortium for Research on Emotional Intelligence in Organizations](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.eiconsortium.org\u002F) found that EQ training programs show measurable improvements within 8-12 weeks of consistent practice.\n\n### Q: What's the difference between empathy and emotional intelligence?\n\nA: Empathy is a component of emotional intelligence, but EQ is much broader. Emotional intelligence includes five core components according to Dr. Daniel Goleman: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and [social skills](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fpsychology-social-media-women). Empathy is crucial, but high EQ also requires the ability to manage your own emotions, stay motivated through [challenges](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Freal-stories-my-biggest-challenge-at-work), and navigate complex social situations effectively. You can be empathetic but still have low emotional intelligence if you lack self-regulation or social skills.\n\n### Q: How long does it take to see real improvements in emotional intelligence?\n\nA: Most people notice initial changes in their communication patterns within 3-4 weeks of conscious practice. However, deeper emotional intelligence development is an ongoing process. Research suggests that significant, sustainable improvement typically takes 6-12 months of consistent effort. Think of it like physical fitness—quick changes come fast, but lasting transformation requires commitment over time. The good news is that even small improvements in EQ create noticeable positive impacts in your relationships and career.\n\n### Q: Can you have high emotional intelligence but still struggle with anxiety or depression?\n\nA: Absolutely. Emotional intelligence and mental health are related but distinct. You can be highly attuned to emotions (both yours and others'), skilled at communication, and empathetic, while still experiencing clinical anxiety or depression. In fact, some research suggests that people with high EQ may be more vulnerable to emotional overwhelm because they're so aware of emotional dynamics. If you're struggling with mental health, high EQ can be an asset in your healing process, but it's not a replacement for professional treatment when needed.\n\n### Q: How do I respond when someone uses these low-EQ phrases with me?\n\nA: The most emotionally intelligent response is usually direct but compassionate. You might say: \"When you said \\[phrase\\], I felt \\[emotion\\]. What I need instead is \\[specific request\\].\" For example: \"When you said 'you're overreacting,' I felt dismissed. What I need is for you to help me understand your perspective while also acknowledging that this situation matters to me.\" This approach educates them about the impact without attacking them, which often leads to better outcomes than defensive reactions.\n\nYour vocabulary is a window into your emotional intelligence—and more importantly, it's a tool you can actively refine to build stronger, more authentic relationships. The phrases emotionally intelligent people avoid aren't just about being \"politically correct\" or overly cautious. They're about recognizing that words have real impact, and choosing language that opens doors rather than closes them.\n\nStart with one phrase from this list. Pay attention to when you're tempted to use it, pause, and try the alternative. Notice what happens. You'll likely find that small shifts in language create surprisingly significant changes in how people respond to you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.\n\nBecause here's what high emotional intelligence really comes down to: It's not about being perfect. It's about being aware, intentional, and willing to keep learning. And that starts with the words you choose.\n\n### Related Articles:\n\n* [4 Hacks for Effective Communication in The Workplace](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002F4-hacks-for-effective-communication-in-the-workplace)  \n* [How to Avoid Conflicts at Work](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fhow-to-avoid-conflicts-at-work-1)  \n* [The Science of Self-Talk: How Your Inner Voice Shapes Your Career](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fscience-of-self-talk)  \n* [I Stopped Scrolling In The Morning And Good Things Have Happened](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fi-stop-scrolling-in-the-morning)\n\n\n","are-you-emotionally-intelligent-your-vocabulary-can-reveal-it","emotional intelligence, emotionally intelligent people, emotional intelligence, high EQ, phrases to avoid, communication skills","Discover 8 phrases emotionally intelligent people never use and learn what to say instead. Improve your EQ with these communication strategies. Updated 2025.",{"id":198,"name":199,"alternativeText":200,"caption":200,"width":54,"height":55,"formats":201,"hash":226,"ext":58,"mime":61,"size":227,"url":228,"previewUrl":52,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":52,"createdAt":229,"updatedAt":229},627,"emotionally intelligence vocabulary.webp","emotionally intelligence vocabulary",{"large":202,"small":208,"medium":214,"thumbnail":220},{"ext":58,"url":203,"hash":204,"mime":61,"name":205,"path":52,"size":206,"width":64,"height":65,"sizeInBytes":207},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Flarge_emotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71.webp","large_emotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71","large_emotionally intelligence vocabulary.webp",22.11,22112,{"ext":58,"url":209,"hash":210,"mime":61,"name":211,"path":52,"size":212,"width":72,"height":73,"sizeInBytes":213},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fsmall_emotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71.webp","small_emotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71","small_emotionally intelligence vocabulary.webp",7.66,7662,{"ext":58,"url":215,"hash":216,"mime":61,"name":217,"path":52,"size":218,"width":80,"height":81,"sizeInBytes":219},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fmedium_emotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71.webp","medium_emotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71","medium_emotionally intelligence vocabulary.webp",14.07,14072,{"ext":58,"url":221,"hash":222,"mime":61,"name":223,"path":52,"size":224,"width":88,"height":89,"sizeInBytes":225},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_emotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71.webp","thumbnail_emotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71","thumbnail_emotionally intelligence vocabulary.webp",2.61,2606,"emotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71",56.37,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Femotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71.webp","2024-10-30T22:52:36.499Z",{"id":26,"name":27,"slug":28,"createdAt":231,"updatedAt":232,"publishedAt":99},"2020-12-24T19:15:46.057Z","2025-10-01T19:50:39.801Z",{"id":18,"name":234,"slug":235,"instagram":52,"facebook":52,"bio":236,"createdAt":237,"updatedAt":238,"publishedAt":239,"linkedIn":52,"avatar":240},"Mariana","mariana","Mariana is our amazing psychologist. She is generally shy, but she has the answers to all questions. She is calm but can be pretty sarcastic if she wants to! She is working with women who are struggling in their jobs. She also loves knitting. She helps our Working Gal Team with her valuable insights and tips for a balanced work life.","2023-11-12T05:43:27.688Z","2023-11-12T05:47:04.640Z","2023-11-12T05:47:04.619Z",{"id":241,"name":242,"alternativeText":113,"caption":113,"width":114,"height":114,"formats":243,"hash":249,"ext":58,"mime":61,"size":250,"url":251,"previewUrl":52,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":52,"createdAt":252,"updatedAt":253},248,"1.webp",{"thumbnail":244},{"ext":58,"url":245,"hash":246,"mime":61,"name":247,"path":52,"size":248,"width":123,"height":123},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_1_ead45d4a4f.webp","thumbnail_1_ead45d4a4f","thumbnail_1.webp",4.51,"1_ead45d4a4f",8.67,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F1_ead45d4a4f.webp","2023-11-12T05:43:16.157Z","2023-11-12T05:43:16.165Z","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002Femotionally_intelligence_vocabulary_8d08084f71.webp",{"id":256,"title":257,"createdAt":258,"updatedAt":259,"publishedAt":260,"content":261,"slug":262,"coffees":26,"seo_title":257,"keywords":263,"seo_desc":264,"featuredImage":265,"category":298,"author":299,"img":303},189,"Self-sabotage: The Signs That You Undermine Your Relationships","2024-10-30T22:28:32.862Z","2024-10-30T22:46:52.538Z","2024-10-30T22:46:52.536Z","****\n\nSelf-sabotage in our relationships often passes **unnoticed,** and we pay little attention to it. It is a behavior in which we hinder our success, consciously or unconsciously. It is as if we ourselves put obstacles in our way, preventing the achievement of our goals.\n\nAccording to psychology, self-sabotage can stem from insecurities, fears, or past traumas and create barriers to healthy communication and connection with others.\n\n## Why are we doing this?\n\nThe reasons leading to self-sabotage are varied and may include:\n\n**Fear of success:** We may fear that success will bring greater responsibilities, change us as individuals, or require us to deal with greater commitments and obligations.\n\n**Low self-esteem:** We may think we're not good enough to succeed; hence, we don't deserve success and believe we will ultimately fail.\n\n**Effort to confirm our negative beliefs:** We may have negative beliefs about ourselves and look for evidence to confirm them, the so-called confirmation bias.\n\n**Fear of failure:** Paradoxically, we may be so afraid of failure that we cause situations that lead us to it, aka we fall into the trap of self-fulfilling prophecy.\n\n**Defenses:** We may use self-sabotage as a defense mechanism to protect ourselves from the pain of frustration.\n\n## How Does Self-sabotage Manifest?\n\n![signs of self-sabotage](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fsigns_of_self_sabotage_ad61398c50.webp)\n\nEven if it is not noticed easily, there are ways that self-sabotage can manifest itself, including:\n\n### 1\\. Fear of intimacy\n\nThe fear of getting too close emotionally to others can cause us to avoid connecting with our partner. Fear of rejection or emotional exposure is often the cause. According to research from the [Journal of Social and Personal Relationships](https:\u002F\u002Fjournals.sagepub.com\u002Fhome\u002Fspr), people who fear intimacy tend to develop defense mechanisms that undermine their relationships.\n\n### 2\\. Excessive self-criticism\n\nConstant self-criticism can lower our self-esteem, leading us to believe we do not deserve love. Research shows that people with low self-esteem tend to sabotage their relationships by projecting their insecure feelings onto their partner.\n\n### 3\\. Procrastination in critical conversations\n\nAvoiding critical conversations can create accumulated problems, later becoming obstacles in the relationship. This postponement shows a lack of confidence and a fear of dealing with problems.\n\n### 4\\. Tendency for drama\n\nUnconsciously creating conflict can be a way to avoid intimacy or affirm our insecurities. Research from the [American Psychological Association](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.apa.org\u002F) shows that creating dramatic situations can be a form of self-defense when we fear rejection.\n\n### 5\\. Conflict avoidance\n\nFear of conflict can cause us to avoid expressing our true feelings, which can create distance. Lack of communication is one of the most common causes of relationship failure.\n\n![signs of self-sabotage](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fsigns_of_self_sabotage_66e31fee98.webp)\n\n### 6\\. Perfectionism\n\nThe need for everything to look perfect can sabotage the natural flow of the relationship. Research shows that the obsession with perfection is associated with stress and pressure in our relationships.\n\n### 7\\. Doubt and jealousy\n\nExcessive jealousy and doubts towards the partner can lead to tension and distancing. Research shows that jealousy stems from a lack of self-confidence and can erode trust within the relationship.\n\nIn order to be able to deal with self-sabotage, it’s essential to cultivate and develop self-awareness and opt for better communication with others, which are the first steps to building balanced and meaningful connections.\n","self-sabotage-the-signs-that-you-undermine-your-relationships","self-sabotage, self-destructive behavior, fear of failure, sabotage","In this article, our psychologist reveals the signs of self-sabotage that could ruin your relationships with the people around you. Read them and take care of yourself!",{"id":266,"name":267,"alternativeText":268,"caption":268,"width":54,"height":55,"formats":269,"hash":294,"ext":58,"mime":61,"size":295,"url":296,"previewUrl":52,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":52,"createdAt":297,"updatedAt":297},624,"signs of self-sabotage.webp","signs of self-sabotage",{"large":270,"small":276,"medium":282,"thumbnail":288},{"ext":58,"url":271,"hash":272,"mime":61,"name":273,"path":52,"size":274,"width":64,"height":65,"sizeInBytes":275},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Flarge_signs_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7.webp","large_signs_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7","large_signs of self-sabotage.webp",127.55,127552,{"ext":58,"url":277,"hash":278,"mime":61,"name":279,"path":52,"size":280,"width":72,"height":73,"sizeInBytes":281},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fsmall_signs_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7.webp","small_signs_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7","small_signs of self-sabotage.webp",35.65,35654,{"ext":58,"url":283,"hash":284,"mime":61,"name":285,"path":52,"size":286,"width":80,"height":81,"sizeInBytes":287},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fmedium_signs_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7.webp","medium_signs_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7","medium_signs of self-sabotage.webp",76.92,76920,{"ext":58,"url":289,"hash":290,"mime":61,"name":291,"path":52,"size":292,"width":88,"height":89,"sizeInBytes":293},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_signs_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7.webp","thumbnail_signs_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7","thumbnail_signs of self-sabotage.webp",9.19,9194,"signs_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7",365.31,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fsigns_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7.webp","2024-10-30T22:45:23.495Z",{"id":26,"name":27,"slug":28,"createdAt":231,"updatedAt":232,"publishedAt":99},{"id":18,"name":234,"slug":235,"instagram":52,"facebook":52,"bio":236,"createdAt":237,"updatedAt":238,"publishedAt":239,"linkedIn":52,"avatar":300},{"id":241,"name":242,"alternativeText":113,"caption":113,"width":114,"height":114,"formats":301,"hash":249,"ext":58,"mime":61,"size":250,"url":251,"previewUrl":52,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":52,"createdAt":252,"updatedAt":253},{"thumbnail":302},{"ext":58,"url":245,"hash":246,"mime":61,"name":247,"path":52,"size":248,"width":123,"height":123},"https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002Fsigns_of_self_sabotage_b7b018eed7.webp",{"id":305,"title":306,"createdAt":307,"updatedAt":308,"publishedAt":309,"content":310,"slug":311,"coffees":14,"seo_title":306,"keywords":312,"seo_desc":313,"featuredImage":314,"category":350,"author":353,"img":379},188,"10 Hard Truths About Your Career Nobody Will Ever Tell You","2024-10-21T01:41:43.142Z","2025-03-17T20:38:57.823Z","2024-10-21T01:56:40.416Z","****\n\nSince I left school, I haven’t stopped working. I worked throughout my entire university years and through my master’s as well, and for a fair amount of time, I had not only a regular job but also a side hustle.\n\nApart from the fact that I always wanted to be independent and be able to **treat myself** to everything I needed (you know, drinks, trips, clothes, etc.), I liked being busy, learning new skills, and making progress in my career. While I certainly gained much experience from all these years of hard work, more importantly, I learned many **valuable** lessons, not only for my professional career but also for my personal life. And I’m still learning…\n\nNo matter how you feel about your work life, whether you are a **career-oriented** person or just want to make ends meet with no particular interest in progressing further, it’s a given that your career and, generally, your professional life will consume a lot of your time. We can use our workplace experiences to teach us valuable lessons to help us grow as people and professionals.\n\nThe truth is, those lessons may be even more critical and valuable than the professional skills we gain from university, lifelong learning, etc. So, after a recent wretched work\u002Fpersonal situation, and when I reflected on the lessons learned, I jotted down the 10 hardest truths that my professional life has taught me so far.\n\n# You Won’t Get Your Dream Job Immediately\n\n![10 hard truths about work](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_10_c21dd6a008.jpg)\n\nSince we were kids (at least in Greece), the classic parent-preaching fairytale indicated how our lives would be in the future. We would finish school, get into university, find a fabulous job (which wouldn’t be possible to land without a university degree), and live happily ever after. **So far, so good**. You get into university, you study and study and study, and you are ready to get the managerial position you have always dreamed of. I’m sorry to ruin it for you, but the reality is slightly different. You will have to land many -not dream- jobs until you finally find the one you had always hoped for. If it was so easy, we would be full of managers and no employees to do the job. I am really in favor of studying something that you like since you get the necessary knowledge and skills, but it doesn’t guarantee that the ideal job is that easy to handle. University education is essential; so is work experience. And considering that you want your **dream job**, you need to learn from more experienced people how to maintain it. And I am not talking only about management positions. Say you want to be a freelancer. How will you manage to be one and get the experience without doing things that you don’t like and things that are far away from what you want to do? So, the sooner you understand that dream jobs are not assigned to you and you have to earn them, the better your professional and personal life will be.\n\n# Forget The 8 Hour Shifts\n\n![10 hard truths about work](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_9_310b2d5f4a.jpg)\n\nIn a world where we talk about the importance of work-life balance and in a society where everyone struggles to juggle life, work, friends, kids, and family, talking about working more than the 8-hour shifts sounds almost **illegal**. However, if you want to progress, you should drop your expectations around only working 40 hours a week. That doesn’t mean you should be at work for more than 8 hours. That means that to excel in your work, you will probably _need more time to focus on your skills_. And no matter how much you want to, it won’t always be easy to grab your bag and leave when everyone struggles to do the work. Also, I count the hours I spend on education, extra training, and keeping up with my industry **as working hours**. And to be honest, even though companies nowadays offer a tremendous amount of training within working hours, for you to take it to that next level, you will need to study far beyond that. If that’s not for you, you can skip the rest of the article and I wish you well! If this is you, keep reading! This article is for more career-focused people that want to get ahead.\n\n# Friends & Business Don’t Work Well Together\n\n![10 hard truths about work](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_8_396c4514c6.jpg)\n\nThis is not only a good one, but also the most important. Don’t work with friends; repeat after me: **don’t work with friends**. No matter how many years you know each other, how much fun you have together, or whether you know them so well, there is a sour spot there. The interaction with a person in your personal life and dealing with them professionally is entirely different. _Some people are one person at home and a whole different person at work._ This means that working with a friend doesn’t mean it will be the same as going out for drinks and talking about your job. And no matter how good of friends you are, your career aspirations may not match up and may end up being catastrophic for your relationship. So, keep your **business and friendships separate**, and don’t give in to the social media hype of how life would be working with your friends. Difficult and, sometimes, unpleasant.\n\n# Not All Companies Have a Company Culture\n\n![10 hard truths about work](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_7_d55d2ccce9.jpg)\n\nCompany culture is paramount for employees' well-being and the business's success. However, not all companies have a culture that makes them worth working for. During my professional career, I have changed multiple working environments, and I have seen many different setups, some of them good but some of them bad, and I mean _really_ bad, and it took me some time to recover from when I left (yes, I usually just quit to save my mental health). It’s normal for a company to focus completely on **bringing money to the table**, and it’s reasonable to make it happen and to want to make it happen fast. However, among all the responsibilities an employer has is to ensure that their employees can work in decent conditions, where respect and trust are cultivated and toxicity gets thrown out the window. Unfortunately, even nowadays, it’s not always possible to run into ideal working environments where you can’t wait to wake up and go to work. So, build up your resilience. Trust me, you will get there.\n\n# Your Employer Cares About You -Not More Than Their Company\n\n![10 hard truths about work](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_6_f07b327126.jpg)\n\nContinuing the conversation about work culture, let’s clarify something. Let’s say that you got a fantastic job. Your employer not only is generous financially but also respects you as a professional and a human being, and your work life is more than ideal. Excellent! Even if that is the case, keep in mind that an employer, no matter the size of a company, whether it’s a big corporation or a small business, put their money and energy into building **not** because they want to give people a chance to work in great company, but simply because they found an opportunity, they took it, and they basically want to make money out of it. Why would they take the risk otherwise? So, next time you are asked to cancel your doctor’s appointment or sacrifice your kid’s birthday due to an urgent (as always) matter, remember that in case things don’t go as planned, you could end up jobless. Remember not to sacrifice your personal life and health for a job. If they are a good employer, they will respect that, but they will also make sure that THEY are covered in any case.\n\n# Networking Is Vital For Your Survival\n\n![10 hard truths about work](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_5_3ca40bc2c8.jpg)\n\nI can’t even begin to count how many times my networking skills have helped me not only land a job but also facilitate my job in any way. For instance, when you need to do your job or contact someone you can’t by default, your **network** may be able to help you. Take every chance to meet new people and be open to discussion, even if they are unrelated to your industry. Sometimes, being friendly and having connections with the right people, even if **unrelated to your job**, is valuable and completely helpful. You never know what life brings and how your connections (the real ones, not the social media ones) can help you move forward. Be **social** and try to meet new people all the time.\n\n# Your Degree Doesn’t Matter As Much As You Think\n\n![10 hard truths about work](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_4_4ef36b2bc2.jpg)\n\nAs a person who always values education and a holder of 2 bachelor's degrees and a master's degree, I can assure you that if you don’t put effort and develop your soft skills, then your degrees won’t matter; they are just a nice **decoration** for your home office. I am not against getting degrees and qualifications, but if you don’t get actual working experience, working with teams, and learning _“how to work,”_ then nobody will care about your degrees. Please, don’t take that as “cool, I don’t need a degree; I will jump into work directly,” I will stop you here by saying that, depending on your career path, a degree is always a plus and may be quite necessary. You learn the principles and the basics to apply them in your work, and you learn how to be disciplined and understand whether the industry you chose is what you actually want to work on. However, I have worked with people with PhDs who don’t have a clue about what they are talking about when it comes to the real work at the workplace, and I have also worked with people who were not **Ivy League graduates**, but they were so inspiring and unique in what they brought to the table that nobody could argue their professionalism and value. So, apart from the degree, make sure you develop other skills.\n\n# The Sooner The Boundaries, The Later The Burnout\n\n![10 hard truths about work](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_3_3df1cdd69b.jpg)\n\nWhen I started working, I was so career-oriented that I didn’t care about anything but my job, climbing the **career ladder**, and how to make more money. This put me in a position where I was practically working many weekends, being the party pooper because I had to go to work the next day, or canceling plans and vacations with friends because I had to -guess what?- work. Even though there were reasons that I couldn’t afford to lose my job, I realized that I couldn’t set boundaries and used to be the go-to person to make everyone’s life easier, sacrificing my time and well-being. I don’t think I will ever stop working in a fast-paced mode because, being honest, I love it, but there are times when I need to close the laptop and just enjoy my life outside of work. I came close to burnout, and for the first time in my life, I felt so unmotivated to go to work when I realized that I needed to set boundaries because nobody would do that for me. So, next time your boss, colleague, or whoever wants something from you or calls you **during your PTO** (they are not illegal, btw, use them!) to ask you for a favor, you can easily say “no”. And if you don’t know how to do it, read this, where you can find great alternatives to the word no. A wise person once told me, _“you don’t build a career by saying yes all the time,”_ and now I know how right they are. You should expect some **backlash** from the people who are used to you not having boundaries, but it will pass; your employer will get used to it soon.\n\n# If You Don’t Ask For What You Want, You Probably Won’t Get It\n\n![10 hard truths about work](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_2_d2d291d496.jpg)\n\nYou work hard and enjoy every piece of your work life, but you feel it’s time for a promotion. Or you don’t think you get the **credit for your accomplishments** at work. Or you need a day off. Then, why don’t you ask for it? According to many studies and research, women usually hesitate to ask for what they want because we were mostly raised to be polite, easygoing, and docile. We were made to believe that we would never get what we wanted. Well, that is dead wrong, and I am saying that from the position of an easygoing person who wouldn’t ask for more money and acknowledgment and would always stay **backstage**, letting others get the credits (and the money) for my work. I am not saying you should get in there and start throwing a tantrum; that’s unprofessional. Just ask. I had an experience with a person who wanted more money, never asked for it -they would have gotten them, by the way- and decided to write an incredibly aggressive and insulting email, which -of course- didn’t end up the way they wanted. I understood the source of the venting, but it’s always better to ask for what you want. At the end of the day, you will **feel better about yourself**, avoid misunderstandings, and won’t randomly vent to people who don’t know your issue. And the worst thing that could happen would be to be denied what you asked for. Then, at least, you know where you stand.\n\n# You Won’t Love Every Single Part of Your Job\n\n![10 hard truths about work](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_1_0c15552bbc.jpg)\n\nWhoever says that they love their job, every day, all day -trust me- they are lying. Every job has pros and cons, and not every task will be pleasant, especially in the beginning. For instance, I always despised spreadsheets. But life happens, and I end up running my own business, hiring people, and doing finances, which automatically means that spreadsheets are now a massive part of my work life. **Do I like it? No. Do I do it?** Yes. I don’t have a choice. Instead of focusing my energy on whining about having to do something I don’t like, I focus my attention on the fact that we have money coming in, and we can all live doing what we want, at least for most of the day. As you understand, you probably won’t find a job that is **utterly pleasing** to you, but, in general, many of the things you don’t like doing are the things that will help you excel and make progress.\n\n","10-hard-truths-about-your-career-nobody-will-ever-tell-you","hard truths about work, work myths, truths about work, ","Read this article to learn what are the 10 hard truths about your work and career that nobody will ever reveal to you. 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In the meantime, she learned five foreign languages, picked up a Master's in Digital Marketing, and somehow ended up deep in the world of AI Risk Strategy — because understanding people was always the strategy anyway.\nNow she spends her time between Greece and the US, meeting with clients, writing about whatever life brings, and helping businesses figure out what AI gets wrong before it costs them.\nJust a suggestion: don't ask her about languages. She will never stop talking.","2020-12-24T18:56:38.909Z","2026-02-19T19:46:02.745Z","2020-12-24T18:56:43.888Z","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.linkedin.com\u002Fin\u002Fdimitra-lioliou\u002F",{"id":364,"name":365,"alternativeText":366,"caption":367,"width":114,"height":114,"formats":368,"hash":375,"ext":117,"mime":120,"size":376,"url":377,"previewUrl":52,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":52,"createdAt":378,"updatedAt":378},1244,"Dimitra Lioliou.png","dimitra lioliou profile pic","dimitra lioliou the working gal",{"thumbnail":369},{"ext":117,"url":370,"hash":371,"mime":120,"name":372,"path":52,"size":373,"width":123,"height":123,"sizeInBytes":374},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_Dimitra_Lioliou_4c495e8044.png","thumbnail_Dimitra_Lioliou_4c495e8044","thumbnail_Dimitra Lioliou.png",47.83,47833,"Dimitra_Lioliou_4c495e8044",34.56,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002FDimitra_Lioliou_4c495e8044.png","2025-04-09T22:06:21.464Z","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002F10_hard_truths_about_work_62078d5287.jpg",{"id":381,"title":382,"createdAt":383,"updatedAt":384,"publishedAt":385,"content":386,"slug":387,"coffees":26,"seo_title":382,"keywords":388,"seo_desc":389,"featuredImage":390,"category":423,"author":426,"img":449},187,"6 Hormonal Changes That Affect You During Fall","2024-10-09T00:02:55.119Z","2024-10-09T00:18:31.295Z","2024-10-09T00:06:55.475Z","\nAutumn marks a transitional period, not only for **nature** but also for the human body. As the days get shorter and temperatures drop, apart from the cozy evenings and rainy nights, our hormones also change. This means that we experience **hormonal balance changes** that can affect our mood, psychology, appetite, and overall well-being. These changes, particularly in women, can affect their menstruation, libido, and mood.\n\nThe 6 most critical hormonal changes that you should pay attention to are below.\n\n# Serotonin: The mood hormone\n\n![hormonal imbalance at fall.jpg](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fhormonal_imbalance_at_fall_4b76d3114a.jpg)\n\nDue to a decrease in sunlight, serotonin, which regulates mood and emotional well-being, decreases in the fall months. This can cause feelings of sadness or even symptoms of [Seasonal Affective Disorder](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.hopkinsmedicine.org\u002Fhealth\u002Fconditions-and-diseases\u002Fseasonal-affective-disorder#:~:text=Seasonal%20affective%20disorder%20%28SAD%29%20is,leading%20to%20symptoms%20of%20depression.) (SAD), particularly in people who are sensitive to seasonal changes.\n\n**How to deal with it:** In order to boost the levels of serotonin in your body, it’s advisable to increase your physical activity, follow a balanced diet with **tryptophan-rich** foods (such as nuts and dark chocolate), and expose yourself to daylight. Also, a [good night's sleep](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002F5-reasons-why-good-sleep-is-important-for-your-physical-and-mental-health) can boost your mood and help you feel happier and emotionally stable.\n\n# Cortisol: The stress hormone\n\nFall can also be accompanied by an increase in cortisol, the stress hormone. Changes in routine, the pressures of everyday life, and the transition from summer holidays to work or college increase stress levels and can cause imbalances in our cortisol levels. If you feel extra stressed during the fall, there is probably an imbalance in your stress-related hormones.\n\n**How to deal with it:** Stress is not always easy to overcome, especially when we have to deal with many obligations and a tight schedule. However, [proper stress management](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fstress-management-these-5-techniques) and some relaxation techniques, such as yoga, meditation, and reasonable time organization, can help reduce cortisol levels. If you think your stress levels are high, reduce your caffeine intake and substitute one cup of coffee with tea.\n\n# Leptin and Ghrelin: Hormones that regulate appetite\n\n![hormonal imbalance at fall.jpg](https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fhormonal_imbalance_at_fall_a82383bdfe.jpg)\n\nAs temperatures drop, leptin and ghrelin, the hormones that work together to regulate appetite, show modifications. Leptin, which reduces appetite, decreases, while ghrelin, which increases it, goes up, thus causing a natural tendency for increased food consumption, especially fast food and unhealthy snacks. Combined with a poor sleep schedule and limited time to follow a [balanced diet](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.workingal.com\u002Farticles\u002Fhow-to-balance-healthy-eating-and-work), these hormones can show a significant imbalance.\n\n**How to deal with it:** Nutrition is essential in this case, so a balanced diet and consuming nutritious and healthy foods, such as fruits and vegetables, can help maintain weight and reduce overeating. Pay specific attention to snacking as well.\n\n# Melatonin: The sleep regulator\n\nWith less sunshine in the fall, **melatonin** production, the hormone that regulates sleep, increases. Increased melatonin can cause drowsiness, fatigue, and disturbances in the circadian rhythm, which is the natural sleep-wake rhythm. This negatively affects mood and can lead to lower energy and concentration levels during the day.\n\n**How to deal with it:** To mitigate the effects of this hormonal change, it is essential to ensure you are exposed to natural light in the **morning** and maintain a stable sleep schedule.\n\n# Hormonal changes in the period\n\nHormonal changes during fall can affect women's menstrual cycles. Shorter days and elevated cortisol levels may disrupt the cycle, making it more irregular or painful. Also, the increase in melatonin can affect the production of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone, exacerbating any premenstrual symptoms.\n\n**How to deal with it:** Regular exercise and a balanced diet with foods rich in vitamin D and magnesium can help regulate the cycle and relieve menstrual symptoms.\n\n# Changes in libido\n\nReduced exposure to sunlight and hormonal fluctuations also affect testosterone and estrogen levels linked to sex drive. In the fall, there is likely to be a decrease in libido, especially in women, due to the reduction in serotonin levels and energy.\n\nHow to deal with it: Regular physical activity, avoiding excessive stress, and communicating with your partner are key strategies for maintaining **sexual** well-being.\n\nHormonal changes in the fall are normal but can significantly affect our **_psychology, mood, appetite, and overall well-being._**\n\nHowever, a balanced lifestyle, with adequate physical activity, good nutrition, and proper stress management, can help reduce the effects of these hormonal fluctuations and promote psychosomatic health.","6-hormonal-changes-that-affect-you-during-fall","hormones, how to cure hormonal imbalance in females, what is hormonal imbalance in females, treatment of hormonal imbalance, ","Fall is the time of cozyness but also of hormone imbalance. 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Everyone wants to be friends with Evelina since she is a combination of sweetness, coolness, and calmness. She is very dedicated to her profession, and she is always willing to help, from giving a nutrition tip to... participating in a TikTok video! She is also a patient listener and a very talented editor!\n","2023-08-11T12:29:50.319Z","2023-08-11T12:33:13.815Z","2023-08-11T12:29:57.690Z","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.linkedin.com\u002Fin\u002Fevgenia-eleni-vlachogianni-a78246234",{"id":436,"name":437,"alternativeText":113,"caption":113,"width":114,"height":114,"formats":438,"hash":444,"ext":320,"mime":323,"size":445,"url":446,"previewUrl":52,"provider":94,"provider_metadata":52,"createdAt":447,"updatedAt":448},174,"evelina-working-gal.jpg",{"thumbnail":439},{"ext":320,"url":440,"hash":441,"mime":323,"name":442,"path":52,"size":443,"width":123,"height":123},"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fthumbnail_evelina_working_gal_ca402d27d4.jpg","thumbnail_evelina_working_gal_ca402d27d4","thumbnail_evelina-working-gal.jpg",3.84,"evelina_working_gal_ca402d27d4",8.43,"https:\u002F\u002Fworkingal.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com\u002Fevelina_working_gal_ca402d27d4.jpg","2023-08-11T12:25:54.964Z","2023-08-11T12:25:54.973Z","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.workingal.com\u002Fhormonal_imbalance_at_fall_bea218e199.jpg",{"pagination":451},{"start":452,"limit":453,"total":454},0,5,180]