Talking points: boundaries, relationships, mindset

The counter-intuitive truth is this: if you're stuck in people-pleasing, you're generally not people-helping. I see a lot of men go through this, and many are unaware of what it really is and where it comes from. This week, straightforward insight and direct steps to breaking free.

(00:00:00) - What the heck is people-pleasing?

(00:03:02) - Two specific origins of people pleasing, and uncovering where it started in your own life

(00:06:18) - The effect of trauma on one’s needs and self-worth

(00:07:34) - The two major challenges of people-pleasing, and how to start breaking out of this

(00:10:39) - Reflecting on tendencies, practicing your No, and prioritizing what you need 

(00:14:45) - On boundaries

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