People-pleasing is often misunderstood as just being kind or thoughtful. But true people-pleasing usually comes from fear: fear of rejection, conflict, abandonment, or being a burden. Common signs/traits of a people-pleaser: Saying yes when overwhelmed Struggling to identify your own needs Feeling responsible for other people’s emotions Over-explaining yourself Apologizing excessively Avoiding conflict Needing reassurance to ensure you’re not “too [...]
Tag: Boundaries
Types of Boundaries
Many of us hear the term “boundaries” often, but what does having boundaries actually mean? Boundaries are limits and expectations we set with ourselves and others to help protect our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. When we ignore or don’t uphold our boundaries, we often find ourselves in situations where we experience discomfort and stress. [...]
On Saying Yes
Self care is all the rage and, in most articles, memes, and TikTok advice it’s all about saying no to things. That is something that is a challenge for many of us, and saying no is an important skill. That said, so is saying yes. When was the last time you said yes to something? [...]