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Acquiescence: How Not to Turn into a Pressure Cooker
Acquiescence turns professionals into pressure cookers — silent, resentful, and on the brink. Learn how stepping back, asking bigger questions, and finding your voice transforms impossible workplace dilemmas into strategic decisions.

Stephen Matini
Jul 265 min read
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Communication: How Repeating Yourself Is Not a Sign of Failure
This article explores the frustration of repeating yourself in relationships and at work—and why it’s not failure, but the cost of real connection. It’s for anyone tired of not being seen, feeling misunderstood, or carrying the weight of unspoken needs at home, in teams, or leadership.

Stephen Matini
May 34 min read
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