Inner Work With MaryAnn Walker: Life Coach for Empaths, Highly Sensitive People & People Pleasers

137: Will They Ever Change? How to Know if you Should Stay or Go


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Have you ever found yourself left wanting in a relationship, holding on to hope that someone will change, only to be disappointed when they don’t? If so, good news!  There is a simple way to know when it is time to set a boundary or move on from a relationship.

In today’s episode, we’ll explore:
-Why actions speak louder than words.
-How to recognize when someone is making genuine efforts to change—or just enough to keep you around.
-How to stop making excuses for others and start honoring your own boundaries.

If you’ve been waiting for someone to change, this episode will help you shift your focus from waiting for change to creating it within yourself.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
-The difference between empty promises and genuine change.
-How to recognize when someone’s actions contradict their words.
-The importance of consistency and proactive behavior in relationships.
-Why small efforts might not be enough to sustain a healthy connection.
-How to set boundaries and communicate them clearly through both words and actions.
-Why continuing to show up in love and kindness without reciprocation may do more harm than good.
-How to assess your reasons for staying in a relationship and whether they align with your values and well-being.

Take some time to reflect on one relationship where you’ve been focusing on someone’s words rather than their actions. Ask yourself:

What have their actions consistently shown me?
Am I honoring my own needs and boundaries in this relationship?
What choice can I make today that supports my emotional well-being?
Remember, you have a choice: to stay, to go, or to create change. But when someone shows you who they are, believe them.

Work With Me!
If you’re ready to stop waiting for others to change and start creating the life and relationships you deserve, I can help. My six-week coaching package is designed to support empaths and highly sensitive people in navigating relationships with clarity and confidence. Click here to learn more.

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Links Mentioned in This Episode:
One on one coaching: https://maryannwalker.life
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Ep 121: Boundary Setting as a Highly Sensitive Person: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2028767/episodes/15488012

Ep 42: When The Relationship Ends: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2028767/episodes/12905497

Ep 99: Fawning: The People Pleaser Stress Response
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2028767/episodes/14866402

Ep 107: Givers & Takers: Finding Balance in Relationship
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2028767/episodes/15076594


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