People pleasing is more than just being nice. It's constantly putting everyone else's needs first, saying yes when you mean no, and feeling responsible for everyone's happiness. Sound familiar? Most people pleasers learned this pattern early. As kids, we figured out that love and attention came when we did things for our parents such as behave well, help out, and make them proud. We learned that the more we did, the more love we got. And that message stuck.
Read MoreBeing the eldest daughter comes with unique challenges. You're often the first to navigate family dynamics and take on responsibilities that weren't necessarily assigned to you. If you're an eldest daughter, you might recognize these patterns in your own life.
Read MoreIf you’ve ever found yourself skirting around an issue, biting your tongue, or just pretending everything’s fine when it's definitely not, you’re not alone! While avoiding confrontation can feel safer in the short term, it can also make it harder to build trust, maintain connection, and feel understood in relationships. Here are five common reasons why you might be conflict-avoidant.
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