The Stress-Free Path

People Pleasing: Why it doesn’t work & how to let it go


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Have you ever said yes when you really meant no? Or held back your own needs to avoid upsetting someone else? That quiet habit of putting others first, even when it costs you, are signs of people pleasing.

It often starts as a way to stay connected, avoid conflict, or be seen as “good.” But over time, it can leave you feeling exhausted, uncertain, and disconnected from what you actually want.


In this episode, we explore:

  • How to gently recognize the signs of people pleasing in your daily life
  •  Why trying to keep the peace often keeps us from feeling fulfilled
  •  How people pleasing quietly undermines your confidence and clarity
  •  A simple reflection practice to help you reconnect with your needs and notice the thoughts that pull you away from them

You won’t “fix” people pleasing overnight, but noticing the pattern is the first step. From there, you can begin to untangle what’s really yours—from what’s just been a habit of fear or expectation.

Press play and start coming back to what you truly want.




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The Stress-Free Path is your space to release pressure and gently reconnect with yourself through soundbaths, reflections, and simple tools that bring more presence, ease, and joy into everyday life. Hosted by Celina, a sound therapist sharing practices that support calm, clarity, and self-awareness.

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