# [Update] Taking Our Power Back

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Podcast: [The Empowered Leader Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-empowered-leader-podcast-7445842)
Published: 2026-07-16T13:16:43+00:00
Episode link: https://substack.iprofessionalcoaching.com/p/update-taking-our-power-back
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Reclaiming control, clarity, and personal responsibility Let’s be honest about something. Most people don’t lose their power all at once. They give it away; little by little. Sometimes it’s in relationships. Sometimes it’s at work. Sometimes it’s in how they think, respond, or avoid. Power is not just about authority or position. It’s about ownership , of your thoughts, your decisions, your boundaries, and your direction. And when that ownership starts slipping, so does your confidence, your clarity, and your ability to lead effectively. A powerful place to start is asking: “Where in my life have I been giving my power away without realizing it?” What It Means to Take Your Power Back Taking your power back is not about control over others. It’s about control over yourself. It means: * Taking responsibility for your choices * Owning your responses instead of reacting emotionally * Setting and maintaining boundaries * Letting go of the need for constant approval * Making decisions based on clarity, not fear In my experience working with leaders, the shift happens when they stop waiting for permission and start taking ownership of how they show up. Power is not something you find. It’s something you decide to step into. How We Give Our Power Away Most of the time, it doesn’t feel obvious. It shows up in small, everyday patterns. Some common ways people give their power away include: * Avoiding difficult conversations * Seeking validation before making decisions * Allowing others to dictate their emotional state * Staying in situations that no longer serve them * Over-apologizing or minimizing their voice * Blaming circumstances instead of taking action These patterns may feel comfortable in the moment, but over time they weaken confidence and limit growth. Characteristics…

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