In Episode 9 of The Luke Coutinho Show, we explore the burden of always being "nice." We've been conditioned to please others at the cost of our own peace — but after years of coaching through illness, burnout, and pain, I’ve learned this: Being authentic matters more than being liked.
Here's what we cover:
Why trying to be nice to everyone disconnects you from who you truly are
How stress impacts your ability to stay kind — and why that’s completely normal
The emotional toll of fake smiles, small talk, and forced politeness
Why people-pleasing is not compassion — it’s self-abandonment
Why couples who never fight may not be as "perfect" as they seem
The power of healthy conflict, assertiveness, and drawing boundaries
And how emotional honesty can actually support healing — even in chronic illnesses
And much more…
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