people-pleaser
In a society that constantly demands us to be productive, accommodating – and pretty much flawless – it’s not surprising that many of us struggle with the fear of being seen. This fear isn’t just about shyness or introversion; it’s a deep-rooted anxiety that comes from a mix of perfectionism, people-pleasing tendencies, downplaying achievements,…
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Do you consistently put your needs and preferences aside because you don’t want to risk upsetting others? Have you ever had this conversation? “Where do you want to go for dinner?” You: “It doesn’t matter.” “What movie do you want to watch?” You: “I don’t care.” “Where do you want to go on vacation?” You:…
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Have you mastered the art of feeling guilty yet? Sadly, most of us have – especially women. When we’re at work, we feel guilty about neglecting our homes or our families; when we’re at home, we feel guilty about unfinished work at the office. And heaven forbid we take time to relax – read a…
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If you were a car, when would you say was the last time you had an oil change? Sadly, our bodies are not equipped with a warning light that comes on when there’s trouble. I was speaking with a coaching client today* and she told me that when I introduced the idea of self-care to her,…
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