The One You Feed Uncovering the Truth About People Pleasing with Dr. Aziz Gazipura
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Feb 13, 2024 Dr. Aziz Gazipura, a leading confidence expert, delves into the nuances of people-pleasing. He highlights the crucial difference between kindness and niceness, encouraging authenticity in relationships. The discussion reveals how obligation can harm mental health and emphasizes self-awareness for genuine fulfillment. Listeners are invited to embrace compassionate communication and navigate emotional boundaries to foster deeper connections. Gazipura also explores the balance between personal choices and societal expectations in the quest for true self-expression.
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Taming the 'Nice' Wolf
- The 'nice' wolf is tricky: Ignoring its demands for attention feels counterintuitive but brings peace.
- Calming yourself and letting go of the story is key, even if the wolf threatens negative consequences.
Niceness vs. Kindness
- Niceness is often a survival strategy, not genuine kindness.
- It stems from a fear of not being seen as good or not fitting in.
The 'I Want to Die' Voice
- Eric Siu shares how in early sobriety, he'd experience the thought "I want to die" when facing interpersonal conflicts.
- This revealed his deep-seated need to please everyone, highlighting the intense pressure of niceness.