Get ready for a real and honest conversation with licensed trauma therapist Tabitha Westbrook, as she explores the root causes of people-pleasing and burnout—particularly among trauma survivors. In this episode of Hey Tabi, you’ll learn:

• Why We People-Please: Uncover how past trauma, cultural conditioning, and personal beliefs fuel the urge to put others first.
• The Burnout Connection: Understand how chronic self-sacrifice leads to physical, emotional, and spiritual exhaustion.
• Practical Boundaries & Self-Care: Discover tips for setting healthy limits, nurturing your well-being, and avoiding compassion fatigue.
• Faith & Mental Health: Hear how Christian faith intersects with mental health and learn empowering strategies to live more authentically.

Tune in to discover how you can break free from people-pleasing habits, prevent burnout, and regain balance in your life.

00:00 Introduction to Hey Tabby Podcast
00:35 Personal Journey: From People Pleaser to Assertive
03:43 Understanding Burnout and Its Effects
06:03 Strategies to Prevent Burnout and Build Boundaries
21:59 The Importance of Self-Care and Rest
29:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Keywords: People Pleasing, Burnout Prevention, Trauma Survivor, Mental Health, Self-Care, Boundaries, Christian Faith, Emotional Exhaustion, Personal Well-Being, Hey Tabi Podcast

#PeoplePleasing #BurnoutPrevention #SelfCare #HeyTabi #TraumaSurvivors #MentalHealth

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