Do you really know? How can I stop being a people pleaser?
Dec 12, 2024
Many people struggle with saying yes when they really want to say no, leading to unhealthy habits. This compulsion, known as people-pleasing, can harm your mental and physical health. The discussion dives into why we feel the need to please others and offers practical strategies to break free from this instinct. Setting boundaries and engaging in self-reflection are crucial steps to regain control and prioritize your own well-being. Discover how to empower yourself and stop that uncomfortable chuckle of compliance!
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Learning to Say No
- Learn to say no, even to minor requests.
- Mastering this is gradual; repetition makes it ingrained.
Accepting Differences
- You can't please everyone, and not everyone will like you.
- Accept that you can't control others' personalities or preferences.
Correcting Perceptions
- Recognize that your perception might be skewed; others may like you more than you think.
- Try not to see everything as black and white, and value your self-perception.