The Unnesting Podcast

Ep. 006: The Hidden Cost of Being Nice: Overcoming People-Pleasing


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In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the world of people-pleasing, exploring its hidden costs and providing practical strategies to break free from this habit. Perfect for women over 40 who find themselves always saying "yes" when they really want to say "no."

Key Topics Covered

What is people-pleasing and how to recognize it

The origins of people-pleasing behavior

The hidden costs of being "too nice"

Strategies to overcome people-pleasing

Practical exercises to build self-assertiveness

Dealing with challenges when setting boundaries

The benefits of breaking free from people-pleasing

Highlights

The People-Pleasing Trap: Learn how societal expectations and childhood messages contribute to people-pleasing behavior.

The Price of Niceness: Discover how being "too nice" can impact your mental health, relationships, and career.

Breaking Free: Explore strategies like setting boundaries, learning to say "no," and building self-esteem.

Practical Exercises: Try out the "Pleasure Audit," practice saying "no," and establish "Self-Care Non-Negotiables."

Overcoming Challenges: Tips for dealing with guilt and maintaining your new boundaries.

The Rewards: Understand the numerous benefits of putting yourself first, from reduced stress to improved relationships.

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The Unnesting PodcastBy Aisling Maher