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Face Off Fridays: The Real Cost of Being 'Nice' vs. Being Authentic
In this episode of Face Off Fridays, Bad Janny debates with her alter ego Good Janny on whether being excessively 'nice' is actually ruining your life. Through statistics and expert insights, they explore how being overly polite can lead to self-sabotage, decreased productivity, and even lower income.
00:22 Is Being Nice Ruining Your Life?
00:45 Meet Good Janny: The Human Doormat
01:03 The Problem with Being Too Nice
02:14 When Niceness Turns into Self-Sabotage
02:36 Assertiveness vs. Aggression
02:50 Jannyism of the Week: Reality Check
03:38 The Economic Cost of Niceness
03:58 Nice vs. Kind: Understanding the Difference
04:23 Practical Examples of Direct Communication
04:54 The Mental Health Benefits of Setting Boundaries
05:10 Cultural Aspects of Direct Communication
05:45 How to Shift to Authentic Communication
06:13 Overcoming Authenticity Anxiety
07:06 Conclusion: The True Cost of Being Nice
07:46 Final Takeaway: Be Kind, Be Clear, Be Real

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Music by Bex - "Wanna Be Bad" (source)