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Why Saying 'Yes' Too Often Could Be Draining Your Energy authenticity boundaries boundary setting people pleasing people-pleasers Jan 15, 2025

Have you ever found yourself agreeing to do something, only to regret it moments later? Maybe it’s taking on an extra project at work, volunteering for an event, or even saying yes to plans when all you really wanted was a quiet evening at home. It’s easy to fall into the habit of saying "yes" too o...

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Prioritize Yourself Without Guilt: Why Self-Care Is the Ultimate Power Move boundary setting emotional health people pleasing Jan 08, 2025

Be honest — how often do you put everyone else’s needs before yours? Maybe you think taking time for yourself feels selfish, or maybe you're scared people will think you don’t care. Sound familiar?

Here's the truth: Caring for yourself doesn’t make you selfish. It makes you human.

If you’re runnin...

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The Surprising Secret to Setting Boundaries boundaries boundary setting self-improvement Nov 20, 2024

Have you ever been told you are selfish when just trying to set a boundary? Do you worry that others think you're selfish? If you’re a people-pleaser, this label can feel like a nightmare—often enough to make you question if setting boundaries is even worth it.

But the truth is that boundaries are ...

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