In Episode 329 You Will Discover:

Core reasons why ADHD brains are more prone to people-pleasing
How to start a People-Pleasing Inventory to notice your patterns without judgment
Simple reflection questions to help you recognize who, when, and why you overcommit

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Resources From This Episode:

Episode 139 - What is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: What Does RSD Look Like in ADHD?
Episode 140 - How to Deal with ADHD & Imposter Syndrome + Five Competence Types
Episode 167 - What is ADHD Masking? Plus, Examples & Solutions
Episode 247 - 8 Discreet ADHD Emotional Regulation Strategies for Adults

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Chapter Outline

00:00 Introduction: The Holiday Dilemma

01:14 Understanding the People Pleasing Cycle

02:54 Podcast Overview and Holiday Challenges

04:10 The Drive to Please: Coping Mechanisms

07:05 Rejection Sensitivity and ADHD

10:35 Impulsivity and the Automatic Yes

14:32 Emotional Regulation and Guilt

19:01 Masking, Self-Worth, and People Pleasing

24:31 Conducting a People Pleasing Inventory

28:07 Conclusion and Next Steps

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