Have you ever said “yes” when every part of your body screamed “no”?
That instant gut-tightening moment when you agree out of guilt, habit, or fear of letting someone down—only to feel trapped, resentful, and totally overwhelmed later?You’re not alone. And more importantly—you’re not broken. You’ve just been conditioned to believe that being helpful, agreeable, and available equals being good.In this emotionally honest and psychologically grounded episode of Hard Truths, Danny pulls back the curtain on the high cost of chronic people-pleasing.
He unpacks how saying yes too often leads to burnout, bitterness, and disconnection from your own goals, identity, and peace of mind.This is your reminder that no is not rude—it’s a boundary. And boundaries are a form of self-respect.