Take Up Space:

You know that thing we do in emails? “Just checking in,” “sorry to bother you,” “no worries if not”—like we’re tiptoeing into someone else’s house instead of just existing? 

It’s not just emails. It’s holding back your idea in meetings. Laughing smaller so you don’t stand out. Apologizing for having feelings. Hiding in the corner of photos instead of standing dead center. 

We’ve become experts at shrinking. Masters of making ourselves smaller before anyone even asks us to. 

But here’s the truth: shrinking doesn’t make you more likable. It just makes you disappear! 

Think about the people who’ve impacted your life most. Were they the ones apologizing for existing? Or were they the ones who showed up fully, who took up space, who didn’t ask permission to be themselves? 

The world doesn’t need another person who’s sorry for being here. The world needs you—full-sized, unedited, unapologetic you. 

So, today’s challenge: Take up space.  

Speak your ideas without disclaimers. Stand tall. Don’t dim your light so others feel comfortable. Don’t sand down your edges—they’re what make you uniquely you. 

You’re allowed to be seen without apologies. Without asking permission first. 

The people worth having in your life want you to show up fully anyway. 

So, catch yourself shrinking today. And then don’t. Take up space instead. 

You’re allowed to be here. You’re allowed to matter. 

Now go do it.