11 When Someone Undermines You
Joyfully Unstoppable | Executive leadership for women · 2025-07-29 · 20 min
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Send us Fan Mail What to Do When Someone Undermines You | Joyfully Unstoppable Podcast When someone undermines you—whether it’s a coworker taking credit for your work, spreading rumors, or trying to damage your credibility—it hurts. And it can leave you feeling shaken, angry, or unsure of how to respond. In this episode of Joyfully Unstoppable , we walk through how to stay grounded, respond with integrity, and reclaim your power. You’ll learn: How to regulate your nervous system after you’ve been undermined What to do with the emotions that surface (betrayal, anger, shame) How to reflect with clarity and decide whether any part of the criticism has merit How to deal with a coworker who undermines you directly—and how to handle it when it’s a stranger Real-life examples of undermining behavior and how to rise above it Whether you’re facing a workplace challenge or just want to be prepared for the next one, this episode gives you a powerful roadmap forward. Download my FREE Burnout Recovery Checklist: Ready to lead with clarity, confidence, and peace?