SwaffWords™ 7/9/25— "Don't Apologize"

SwaffWords™ 7/9/25— "Don't Apologize"— for Your Self

Published: Wed, 07/09/25

"Don't Apologize"

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Here we are not only in July but also more than halfway through the year. Really? How did that happen?—the same way it does every year. Time…

So let's honor it by tweaking a bit of the practice, shall we?

Here's a moment we've all experienced all too often—saying I'm sorry when it's not really needed at all. You know the moments. They can be as simple as when we're passing someone in tight quarters and not sure there's enough clearance for both of us. And they can be as fraught as when we leap into the fray and take responsibility for something we had nothing to do with just to keep the peace.

"I'm sorry". It's a powerful way to own our part in the moment. It can also be a knee jerk reaction that can surface in our daily lives that has very little power, meaning or even grace.

Just take a moment and reflect over the past handful of weeks. How many times did you invoke an apology that wasn't really needed? was it a preemptive deflection? a way to quell an argument? easier than getting your needs met? a mindless default?

We all fall into this trap from time to time (check out my passing encounter with a stranger / teacher / guide / angel ) who told me point blank:

"Don't Apologize" (2:06)

Defaulting to "I'm sorry" is often triggered by the thought of not being "enough". Who's to say we're not enough? or have we decided to believe someone else's take on what is or isn't enough?

Enough!

What if we are more than "Enough" (2:30) and then some?

And the common thread?—Self worth. Are you comfortable owning, embodying and acting from your Self worth? (Note I've capitalized Self.) If not, then let's connect and see how we can tweak that concept for you.

Getting to Know Me and My Work:

There are several ways to experience my approach and style. Each offers quick tune ups, teachings, and reminders for your practice:

—My YouTube Channel—sorted by Playlists.

—My site: Rapid Bodymind Clarity. (A total revamp—check it out.)

—My Blog Archives.

—My Backstory: Quick Highlights.

—My "Socials": Facebook Page and Community ; LinkedIn .

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In the meantime, let's stop apologizing for Our Selves when it's not needed and settle into the fact that we are indeed and in deed more than enough. It will make moving through our days much easier. And we can all benefit from a bit more ease these days, can't we?

Until next time—

Onwards—gently.

Cheers,