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 about something, and you said, "I'm sorry," when you did not think you did anything wrong? If so, you may suffer from what is commonly called "people pleasing." It is not bad, but it can lead to frustration, resentment, and losing connection with who we are. Many of us have suffered from people-pleasing. I know I have.
Today we dive deep into the world of people-pleasing and its far-reaching effects. We'll explore this pervasive issue's root causes, consequences, and signs.
We'll start by defining people pleasing and examining its origins. We'll discuss how societal norms, upbringing, and personal insecurities contribute to this behavior pattern. We'll also delve into how people pleasing affects individuals and their relationships. We'll discuss the far-reaching consequences, from the impact on self-esteem and personal fulfillment to the strain on interpersonal connections. We'll explore the underlying beliefs and thought patterns that fuel people-pleasing behaviors.
Today we lay out the problem and causes; next week in part 2 we give 14 tools for overcoming people pleasing.
Have a listen!
Would you like to learn how to create greater personal freedom by avoiding people pleasing? If so, I can help. You can schedule a courtesy call here: https://calendly.com/garymiles-successcoach/one-one-discovery-call
