Many people pleasers struggle to set boundaries. Hell, most of us don’t even know what our boundaries are! And this can leave us disconnected from our needs and emotions. So, let’s explore how being a people pleaser messes with our boundaries…and what we can do about it. 1. The People-Pleasing Phenomenon People-pleasing stems from a […]
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Have you ever laughed at a joke that wasn’t funny? Said yes to something you didn’t want to do? Smiled and even agreed when someone insulted you? Or truly believed other people’s feelings are more important than yours? These behaviours are just a few examples of people pleasing, a learnt behaviour that becomes an unconscious
Why people pleasing could be robbing you of your authenticity Read Post »
I had a client explain to me recently they were terrified of saying no to a family member’s requests to help with their ailing parent. It had become a daily part of their life to help with their mother’s appointments, finances and manage her mental and physical health. As you can imagine, it had become
The Power of Setting Boundaries Read Post »