October 23, 2025

From People-Pleasing to Powerful: Owning Your Worth

24 minutes

Are you living for others’ approval—or finally stepping into your own power?

In this episode of Chasing Brighter, Jessica Colarco and Kelly discuss the journey from being a people pleaser to embracing personal power and self-worth. They explore the roots of people pleasing, its impact on mental health, and the importance of setting boundaries. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-reflection and the practice of honoring one's own needs to foster healthier relationships and a more authentic life.

Inside This Conversation:

People pleasing often stems from a desire for approval and fear of rejection.

Setting boundaries is essential for self-respect and mental health.

Resentment can be a significant consequence of people pleasing.

Recognizing the cost of people pleasing can lead to personal growth.

Empathy is valuable, but it shouldn't come at the expense of self-worth.

Practicing self-care and self-acceptance is crucial for emotional well-being.

It's important to pause and reflect before automatically saying yes to others.

Boundaries can disrupt patterns of self-sacrifice and promote healthier relationships.

Owning your worth allows for authenticity and freedom in relationships.

Small acts of self-respect can lead to significant changes in behavior.

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Chapters

00:00 From People Pleasing to Power

05:51 Understanding People Pleasing

10:12 The Roots of People Pleasing

14:42 Setting Boundaries for Self-Respect

19:27 The Impact of Boundaries on Relationships

22:18 Reflection and Action Steps

people pleasing, self-worth, boundaries, empowerment, self-respect, confidence, personal growth, emotional health, relationships, authenticity

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By Jessica Colarco and Kelly Fox

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