People-pleasing isn’t just about being nice, it’s often a survival strategy learned early in life. One that helps you stay safe, connected, and accepted… but quietly leads to exhaustion and burnout. In this episode, I share parts of my own story and explore people-pleasing through a nervous system and attachment lens. We’ll look at why conflict feels threatening, why boundaries feel so hard, and how constantly managing other people’s emotions disconnects us from our own needs over time. You’l...
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People-pleasing isn’t just about being nice, it’s often a survival strategy learned early in life. One that helps you stay safe, connected, and accepted… but quietly leads to exhaustion and burnout. In this episode, I share parts of my own story and explore people-pleasing through a nervous system and attachment lens. We’ll look at why conflict feels threatening, why boundaries feel so hard, and how constantly managing other people’s emotions disconnects us from our own needs over time. You’l...
When Emotions Drain You: Understanding Emotional Exhaustion
Advantage- From stress to strategy
15 minutes
2 months ago
When Emotions Drain You: Understanding Emotional Exhaustion
Feeling drained, numb, or “off”? Katarina dives into emotional exhaustion, the hidden impact of chronic stress and survival mode. Learn how to notice the early warning signs, move through your emotions, and restore your focus and well-being. Expert insights from her work as a trauma therapist make this episode a must-listen for anyone ready to stop just surviving and start thriving.
Advantage- From stress to strategy
People-pleasing isn’t just about being nice, it’s often a survival strategy learned early in life. One that helps you stay safe, connected, and accepted… but quietly leads to exhaustion and burnout. In this episode, I share parts of my own story and explore people-pleasing through a nervous system and attachment lens. We’ll look at why conflict feels threatening, why boundaries feel so hard, and how constantly managing other people’s emotions disconnects us from our own needs over time. You’l...