How to Stop Shrinking in Relationships

Have you ever made yourself smaller to keep a relationship alive? Maybe you edited your thoughts, dimmed your joy, or held back your truth… all in the name of keeping the peace.

In this honest and freeing episode, DrEG3 walks us through the subtle — and sometimes painful — ways we shrink in relationships and why it’s time to stop.

You’ll hear:

1. A story from a real-life mentee who chose authenticity over approval
2. 3 powerful signs that you’re shrinking (and what to do instead)
3. A mini-teaching on the difference between shrinking and healthy sacrifice
4. A guided reflection to help you imagine life without shrinking
5. A Challenge of the Week to help you reclaim your voice and protect your peace

This conversation is for anyone who’s ever felt like they had to disappear to be loved.

Because the truth is — you were never meant to shrink. You were meant to shine.

🎯 Core Message:
You shouldn’t have to shrink to maintain relationships — a real connection allows you to expand.

🔥 Challenge of the Week:
Ask yourself: What relationship — past or present — has asked you to shrink?
Then take action:

• Have one honest conversation this week, OR

• Make the quiet decision: “I will no longer shrink in this space.”

📢 Call to Action:
If this episode resonated with you:

• Share it with someone who’s been shrinking to belong.

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