Ever catch yourself saying “It’s fine, I’ll handle it” when it is definitely not fine and you absolutely do not have the time, energy, or patience to handle it?

Yeah… same.

If you’re constantly overcommitting, over-explaining, and over-functioning for everyone but yourself, this episode is your wake-up call. Because here’s the thing—saying yes all the time doesn’t make you a good person. It makes you an exhausted one. And the worst part? You probably don’t even realize just how much it’s costing you.

That’s exactly why I’m kicking off a brand-new, 3-part series called Permission to Disappoint: The Boundary-Setting Masterclass—because setting boundaries isn’t just about saying no. It’s about giving yourself the freedom to stop living for everyone else and start showing up for yourself.

🚨 Ever wonder why you’re always drained, even after a full night’s sleep?

🚨 Or why certain people seem to take more from you than others?

🚨 And what if trying to keep the peace is actually destroying your relationships?

Yeah… we’re going there today.

In Part 1, I’m breaking down the hidden cost of chronic helpfulness—how people-pleasing is draining your energy, disconnecting you from who you really are, and (plot twist!) damaging your relationships more than protecting them.

Plus, if setting boundaries feels impossible—don’t worry, I’ve got you. 

👇 Need help setting real boundaries? Start here. 

THE BOUNDARY SETTING TOOLKIT

💥 Ready to stop people-pleasing and actually start setting boundaries that stick? The Boundary Setting Toolkit is your next step. This isn't just something to read—it's something to use. Inside, you’ll find:

✔️ A checklist to catch your automatic yes moments before they slip out

✔️ 10 plug-and-play scripts to say no—without overexplaining or feeling rude

✔️ Phrases to help you buy time when you feel put on the spot

✔️ Email, text, and meeting templates for real-life digital boundary setting

✔️ A 3-step reset process to help you bounce back when you slip up

If you've ever walked away from a conversation thinking, “Why did I say yes to that?”—this toolkit is for you.

You don’t have to keep guessing or winging it. These are the exact tools that will help you go from constantly overcommitting to confidently protecting your time, energy, and sanity.

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No fluff. Just the tools you wish you had years ago.