In this episode of Chart Less, Liv More, Dr. Junaid Niazi unpacks the roots of people-pleasing—what it is, where it comes from, and why it shows up so strongly in medicine. From childhood conditioning and gendered expectations to the reinforcement of self-abandonment in medical training, people-pleasing is explored as more than just “being nice”—it’s a deeply ingrained survival strategy that often leads to burnout, resentment, and emotional exhaustion. This episode lays the groundwork for recognizing the pattern and reclaiming your voice—so you can stop living for others and start showing up for yourself.

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