Being kind, helpful, agreeable seems so lovely, doesn’t it? Putting other people’s needs ahead of yours seems very selfless, sacrificial, and even the “right” thing to do. As teachers, we naturally want to love, help, and be kind. It makes sense that as teachers, then, we might people please. It’s the reason behind we do it and the result we’re wanting that is the problem. People pleasing creates more stress for your mind and your time. It leaves you anxious, disconnected, and resentful. It keeps people from knowing the real you. You are hiding your authentic self and then wondering why your might feel stressed and alone. People pleasing is putting everyone else’s happiness - and their approval - on your shoulders. Learn about people pleasing, the signs, the causes, and what you can do to help you go from people pleaser to being a human living with grace, confidence, and love.