Have you ever been asked to do something for someone, said yes, and then resented that you had to do it? Has someone ever complained to you about something, and you said "I'm sorry," when you did not actually think you did anything wrong? If so, you may encounter what is commonly called "people pleasing." In itself, it is not a bad thing, but it can lead to frustration, resentment, and losing connection with who we really are. Many of us have suffered from people-pleasing. I know I have.
In episode 29 of The Free Lawyer, I will explain what people pleasing is, describe 9 symptoms of people pleasing, and discuss the 9 negative effects of it, Next week, we will chat about how to break out of the prison of people pleasing.
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