December 15, 2023

Healing from People Pleasing Trauma | #109

24 minutes

In this episode, Caitlin Liz Fisher dives into the complexities of overcoming the ingrained behaviors of people-pleasing, particularly for those who have been influenced by the Eldest Daughter Syndrome. They share their insight on the struggles of taking on excessive responsibility, the impact of societal and familial expectations, and the toll of prioritizing others' needs over personal well-being.

Ready to break free from the chains of people-pleasing and embark on a journey of self-discovery? Tune in to this transformative episode and discover the power of self-care, setting boundaries, and embracing your worth.

Episode Highlights:

What is Eldest Daughter Syndrome and what are the repercussions of shouldering responsibilities at an early age

How prioritizing other people over your own distorts your self-worth

Why you need to put your oxygen mask on first

The uncomfortable journey to healing and why overcoming people pleasing is important to reclaim your autonomy and emotional well-being

Noteworthy Quotes:

“You get to adulthood and you're trying to fix things that nobody asked you to fix; because you feel like if you don't fix things and you don't show people that you're valuable from the jump, they'll just dump you because you're not useful.” - Caitlin Liz Fisher

“Trauma makes you feel like you’re responsible for other people’s moods, so you drain yourself and make sure they feel okay. Healing makes you realize it’s not your responsibility to regulate their emotions, manage their insecurities, heal their wounds, and calm their inner storms.’ - Inner Practitioner, @MindTendencies2

Episodes that you’d love:

You are Enough - The Power of Self-Compassion

Normalizing Asking for Help (as a Neurodivergent Person)

Are You Suffering From Eldest Daughter Syndrome?

Embrace Your Autistic Joy

How Disability Accommodations Should Work for You

Resources to check out:

Eldest Daughter Rehab - a four-month intensive program focusing on deprogramming the eldest daughter syndrome, to help them heal from excessive responsibilities and parentification.

Thanks for joining us on this journey of self-reflection and compassion. If you enjoyed this episode, let us know! Don't forget to check out our previous episodes and explore the suggested resources for continued growth. Until next time, take a deep breath, embrace your journey, and remember, you are enough.

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